HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-20-1998 CITY OF AUBURN
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
April 20, 1998 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
Mayor Booth and the following Councilmembers were present:
Pete Lewis, Sue Singer, Jeanne Barber, Gene Cerino and Rich
Wagner. Councilmembers Trish Borden and Fred Poe were
excused from the meeting. Staff members present included: Parks
and Recreation Director Dick Deal, Personnel Director Brenda
Heineman, Fire Chief Bob Johnson, Police Chief Dave Purdy,
Finance Director Diane L. Supler, City Engineer Dennis Dowdy,
Planning and Community Development Director Paul Krauss,
Cultural Program Manager Josie Emmons, Police Commander Jim
Kelly, City Attorney Michael J. Reynolds, and City Clerk Danielle
Daskam.
C. Announcements and Appointments
1. Announcements
a) Certificate of Achievement
Mayor Booth to present the Government Finance
Officers Association Certificate of Achievement for
Excellence in Financial Reporting to Finance Director
Supler for the City of Auburn Comprehensive Annual
Financial Report for fiscal year ended 1996.
Mayor Booth presented the Government Finance
Officers Association Certificate of Achievement for
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Excellence in Financial Reporting for fiscal year 1996
to Finance Director Diane L. Supler. Mayor Booth
and Councilmembers extended their congratulations.
b) Representative Eric Robertson
For clarification purposes, the following presentation
occurred immediately following Item I.C.f.a of these
minutes.
Mayor Booth introduced Representative Eric
Robertson. Officer Mike Burris, representing the
Washington State Law Enforcement Association,
advised that Representative Robertson has
announced that he will be stepping down after two
terms in the legislature to accept the promotion of
Captain and become the State Patrol's Government
and Media Relations Coordinator. Officer Burris
presented Representative Robertson a certificate for
"Legislator of the Year" on behalf the Washington
State Law Enforcement Association and the officers
of the Auburn Police Department.
Representative Robertson expressed his appreciation
of having the opportunity to serve the 31st District
and thanked the Mayor, Councilmemembers,
Washington State Law Enforcement Association and
the officers of the Auburn Police Department for the
recognition.
c) Proclamations
(1) Volunteer Week
Mayor Booth to present a proclamation
declaring the week of April 19-25, 1998 as
"Volunteer Week" in the city of Auburn.
Mayor Booth read and presented
proclamations declaring the week of April 19-
25, 1998 as "Volunteer Week" in the city of
Auburn to the following volunteers in
recognition of their contributions to the City and
to the community:
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Brian Winslow, Emergency Communications
Officer representing the Auburn Fire
Department.
Juan Huseby, Vice President, Auburn Area
Fire Medic Campaign representing the Auburn
Fire Department.
Frances Lust, Office Volunteer representing
the Auburn Arts Commission.
Lynn Norman, Chair of the Arts Commission
and current president of the Auburn Area
Chamber of Commerce representing the
Auburn Arts Commission.
Pat O'Kelley and Judy Covington, Chamber of
Commerce co-citizens for the month of March
representing the Auburn Police Department.
Cathi Boyer, member of Soroptimist
International of Auburn representing the YWCA
Transitional Housing.
Coucilmember Gene Cerino, Wellness
Committee member representing the Auburn
Senior Center.
The following service clubs were also
recognized for their contributions:
Soroptimist: President Crystal Wilson, Lynn
Norman, Juan Huseby, Cathi Boyer.
Rotary: Councilmember Trish Borden.
Kiwanis: Councilmember Jeanne Barber.
Lions: Councilmember Pete Lewis.
Tina Craig, President of Auburn Area Fire
Medic Campaign was also recognized as a
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volunteer representing the Auburn Fire
Department and a Soroptimist member, but
was unable to attend the City Council Meeting.
A Certificate of Appreciation was presented to
Juan Huseby by Mayor Booth for her
outstanding public service. Ms. Huseby is a
member of the Soroptimists, the City of Auburn
Planning Committee, the Valley Cities
Counseling and Commitment, Women of the
Moose, the Eagles, the Elks, Daughter of the
Nile (Masonic Temple), Vice President of the
Auburn Fire Medic Committee, Chairperson of
the West Auburn High School Advisory Board
(graduates program), and Chairperson of the
Chamber of Commerce Awards and
Recognition Committee.
(2) Disaster Preparedness Month
Mayor Booth to present a proclamation
declaring the month of April 1998 as "Disaster
Preparedness Month" in the city of Auburn.
Mayor Booth read and presented a
proclamation to Fire Chief Bob Johnson
declaring the month of April 1998 as "Disaster
Preparedness Month" in the city of Auburn.
2. Appointments
A3.8
a) Cemetery Board
City Council to confirm the appointment of Lucille
Whittall to the Cemetery Board to fill the unexpired
term of Health Colvin, which will expire December 31,
2000.
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Councilmember Barber moved and Councilmember
Wagner seconded to confirm the appointment of
Lucille Whittall to the Cemetery Board for a term
expiring December 31, 2000.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
D. Agenda Modifications
There were no agenda modifications.
II. CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE
A. Public Hearings
There were no public hearings scheduled for trhis evening.
B. Audience Participation
Mayor Booth introduced Mike Morrissette, President of the Auburn
Area Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Morrissette introduced Lynn
Norman Chair of the Board of Directors to make a presentation.
Ms. Norman explained the functions, goals, and area served by the
Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce. Ms. Norman stated the
Chamber's mission is to serve the needs of the membership and
the greater Auburn business community by providing leadership
and a forum to promote and enhance quality of life within the
community. Ms. Norman introduced John Raeder.
Mr. Raeder emphasized the importance and the success of the
interaction between the Chamber of Commerce and the City of
Auburn. Mr. Raeder noted the rapid growth of the City of Auburn
and the membership in the Chamber of Commerce.
Ms. Norman spoke of the efforts of the Chamber to encourage
major businesses to build and operate within the City of Auburn.
Ms. Norman stated the values and strategy for the evolution and
economic development of the business community within the
Auburn Area.
Crystal Wilson, Second Vice-Chairman of the Board spoke of the
many community services and events provided tc the school
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district, local businesses and residents by the Chamber of
Commerce.
Mr. John Raeder spoke of the many governmental issues
addressed by the Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with the
City Council and its members.
Ms. Norman addressed the issues of future leadership. Ms.
Norman stated that Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce has
joined with the Chambers of Kent and Renton to design and
execute a South King County Leadership Development Program.
Ms. Wilson shared information regarding the Chamber of
Commerce Internet Home Page (www.auburnareawa.org).
Mr. Raeder spoke of the need of an Auburn Community Resource
Center and the efforts being made to establish a financial business
plan to accomplish this.
Ms. Norman closed the presentation with emphasis on public policy
issues.
Councilmember Lewis expressed appreciation of the issues
addressed by the members of the Chamber of Commerce
especially those of partnerships, teamwork, and working together
with the City, community, and local governments.
Mike Bykonen, President of Lake Tapps Heights Maintenance
Association, 176th, Pierce County.
Mr. Bykonen referenced a dispute with a Lakeland Hills
development property owner regarding an easement. Mr. Bykonen
stated the Association is completely surrounded by the City of
Auburn's proposed annexation of the Lakeland Hills area. Mr.
Bykonen requested the Lake Tapps Heights Maintenance
Association be excluded frorn the annexation. Mr. Bykonen stated
a petition to that effect was previously submitted.
Mr. Bykonen expressed concern with City of Auburn Fire
Department response times to the Lakeland Hills area, poor water
pressure and service from Bonney Lake, and Dieringer School
District's lack of access on the Association's private road.
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Mr. Bykonen read from a letter from another property owner
regarding the Notice of Public Hearing from Pierce County and the
proposed annexation area, which addressed issues with the
Lakeland Hills developer; water, storm and sewer/septic utilities;
and emergency departments access.
Virginia Haugen, 2503 R Street SE, Auburn
Ms. Haugen requested a copy of a map of the parklands in the
Lakeland Hills area. Ms. Haugen expressed concern with Bonney
Lake providing sufficient water pressure for proficient fire service,
and the timely construction and funding of the Lake Tapps
Parkway.
Parks and Recreation Director Dick Deal responded by advising
that a plan has been developed for the parklands and agreed to
provide a copy to Ms. Haugen.
City Engineer Dennis Dowdy advised that Bonney Lake has
assured the City of Auburn that all required urban standards for
water pressure will be met.
Mayor Booth stated Pierce County and The Lakeland Company
have assured the City of Auburn that they have started the
excavation for the Lake Tapps Parkway, and there is a financial
plan for the completion of the project. Mayor Booth stated that the
Lake Tapps Corridor will be built to serve the south end of the
Lakeland development and the Lake Tapps area. Under the
Growth Management Act, The Lakeland Company has six years to
complete the project. Mayor Booth invited Ms. Haugen to make an
appointment for an orientation on the project.
Mark Hancock, The Lakeland Company, 108 South Division,
Auburn
Mr. Hancock spoke as a representative of The Lakeland Company.
He explained that it was his understanding that the Lake Tapps
Corridor project would be completed by the end of next year.
Vir.qinia Haugen
Ms. Haugen questioned the response time of the Fire Department
to the first homes being constructed in Lakeland, Phase II. She
also questioned which jurisdiction will issue building permits.
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City Attorney Mike Reynolds responded that until annexed, these
are issues handled by Pierce County.
Paula Thrush, 10872 SE 318th Place, Auburn
Ms. Thrush expressed concern with noise that may be involved
with the amendment to Ordinance Number 4689 under Item VI.A of
these minutes. The proposed amendment to Ordinance Number
4689 is for the purpose of a one time motorcycle event at Emerald
Downs.
Ms. Thrush also questioned Ordinance Number 5085, the
elimination of annexation fees, under Item VII.A. 1 of these minutes.
Mayor Booth stated that the annexation fees were meant to defray
staff costs but actually do not adequately cover the processing cost
of annexation. Additionally, many of the requests are from
individual property owners or small neighborhood groups for whom
the fee becomes an impediment.
Ms. Thrush commented that the Transfer of Development Rights
Program at King County is going through the King County
Comprehensive Plan process.
Paul Krauss, Planning and Community Director, reported that
Mayor Booth urged King County to reduce the number of homes for
the Lea Hill receiving area. According to a recent letter from King
County Executive Sims, the amount of housing units designated for
the Lea Hill area has been reduced significantly.
Bob Frazier, 3501 20t~ Avenue Court Southeast, Puyallup
Mr. Frazier identified himself as a representative of Emerald
Downs. Mr. Frazier spoke regarding the proposed motorcycle
racing event to be held at Emerald Downs Racetiack and
described under Item VI.A of these minutes. This will be a large,
sanctioned event drawing riders from across the nation. All
entrants must meet the 95 db/A level requirements regarding
motorcycle noise to be eligible to race.
Responding to questions by Councilmember Wagner and Mayor
Booth, Mr. Frazier advised that the 95 db/A level is measured at a
100 foot radius.
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Virginia Haugen
Ms. Haugen expressed concern regarding the possible need of
additional security and medical staff for the proposed motorcycle
event at Emerald Downs. She also made reference to the noise
this event may cause.
C. Correspondence
No correspondence was received for Council review.
III. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
A3.7.6
A. Municipal Services
Mayor Booth reported that the Municipal Services Committee did
not meet this evening. The next regular meeting of the Municipal
Services Committee is scheduled for Monday, May 4, 1998.
B. Planning & Community Development
Vice Chair Sue Singer reported the Planning and Community
Development Committee met April 9, 1998. The Committee
discussed and recommends approval of Ordinance Number 5085
to eliminate annexation fees, an amendment to Ordinance 4689
which would allow a one time motorcycle event at Emerald Downs
Racetrack, and Resolution Number 2937 authorizing an agreement
with Purkis Rose-RSI for consulting services for development of a
skate park. The Committee also recived a presentation from The
Lakeland Company. The next regular meeting of the Planning and
Community Development Committee is scheduled for April 27,
1998.
C. Public Works
Chair Wagner reported the Public Works Committee met on April
13, 1998. The Committee discussed and recommends approval of
Resolution Number 2935 authorizing a participation agreement with
Emerald Pointe, L.L.C. regarding cost sharing for construction of
water facilities for Project No. FAC0013-93. The Committee also
discussed the City's potential wholesale water program and water
resources. The next regular meeting of the Public Works
Committee is scheduled for April 27, 1998.
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D. Finance
Chair Barber reported the Finance Committee met this evening at
6:30 p.m. The Committee recommends approval of claims and
payroll vouchers. The Committee also discussed Ordinance
Number 5063, Ordinance Number 5087 and Resolution Number
2952. The next regular Finance Committee meeting is scheduled
for May 4, 1998.
IV. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minutes
1. Minutes of the March 19, 1998 special City Council meeting.
2. Minutes of the April 6, 1998 regular City Council meeting.
B, Vouchers
F4.9.2,F4.9.5
1. Claims
Claims check numbers 131487 through 131869 in the
amount of $1,766,850.92 for Period 17 and dated April 20,
1998.
2. Payroll
Payroll check numbers 245427 to 245658 in the amount of
$729,688.92 and electronic deposit transmissions in the
amount of $469,864.32 for a grand total of $1,199,553.24 for
the pay period covering April 1, 1998 to April 14, 1998 are
approved for payment this 20th day of April, 1998.
C. Contract Administration
1. Public Works Project Number PR 585
O4.11.1 PR 585
City Council to approve Change Order No. 1 in the amount
of $11,380.00 for Public Works Contract Number 97-26,
Project Number PR 585, Well No. 6 Drilling.
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2. Amendment No. 1 to Agreement for Professional Services
AG-C-58 with KCM, Inc.
A.3.16.9
City Council to approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement for
Professional Services AG-C-58 with KCM, Inc. for work
related to Project Number MS 706, Storm Water
Comprehensive Plan Update in the amount of $304,600.00.
D. Surplus Property
F4.6.1
1. Public Works Ec~uipment Rental
City Council to authorize the surplus and disposal of the
vehicles listed below:
VEH. NO. DESCRIPTION SERIAL NUMBERS LICENSE
6116A 1990 GMC % Ton Long Van 2GTGG39K4L4502565 05716D
6418A 1991 Isuzu Flatbed Truck JALB4B1H7L7009219 08783D
6460B 1986 Trailstar Utility Trailer TS860011 D35711
6461 B 1986 Trailstar Utility Trailer TS860012 D35710
6621A 1987 Arrowboard Trailer 0870022/15 04728D
6760B 1981 Strong boy Tilt Taller 4210 05714D
6903A 1988 Ford Vactor Sewer Cleaner 1FDYY80U6JVA05328 02235D
Councilmember Barber moved and Councilmember Wagner seconded to
approve the Consent Agenda.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
V. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There were no items for Council review under this section.
VI. NEW BUSINESS
A. Amendment of Ordinance No. 4689
O3.10.1
City Council to consider the request of Agajanian Presents, Inc. to
amend Ordinance No. 4689 to allow a one-time national motorcycle
event at Emerald Downs.
Planning and Community Development Director Paul Krauss
explained the applicant has requested an amendment to Ordinance
No. 4689 to allow a one-time motorcycle race at Emerald Downs.
The amendment is proposed under the provisions of the Emerald
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Downs conditional use that specifies major/minor amendment
procedures. Mr. Krauss proposed that the motorcycle event is a
minor amendment in that this is a racing activity. The racetrack is
designed to accommodate parking facilities and other aspects of
this type. Mr. Krauss pointed out that the noise issue was a
concern, but the motorcycles are equipped with mufflers and will
meet noise limitations. If the event fails to meet all criteria, the City
is under no obligation to allow further events of this nature. The
Planning and Community Development Committee recommends
approval of the amendment of Ordinance No. 4689.
Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember Lewis
seconded to approve Emerald Downs request to allow a one time
National Motorcycle event and amend Ordinance Number 4689.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
VII. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
A. O~inances
1. Ordinance No. 5085
O3.1
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn, King
County, Washington, amending Chapter 2.78 entitled "Fees
for City Permits and Actions", specifically 2.78.010 "Fees
Designated", to eliminate fees associated with annexation
requests.
Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember Lewis
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 5085.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
2. Ordinance No. 5088
O3.1
An Ordinance of the City of Auburn, Washington, annexing
to the city for municipal purposes certain land thereto,
known as the Lea Hill Pump Station property which is
located in unincorporated King County to the east of the city
limits of Auburn on Lea Hill Road.
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Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember Lewis
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 5088.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0
B. Resolutions
1. Resolution No. 2935
A3.13.8, O4.11
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
Auburn Participation Agreement with Emerald Pointe, L.L.C.,
for the purpose of sharing the cost of construction of the
water facilities for Project No. FAC0013-93.
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 2935.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0
2. Resolution No. 2937
05.2
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter
into an agreement with Purkis Rose-RSI for consulting
services for the development of a skate park within the City
of Auburn.
Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember Lewis
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 2937.
In response to a question from Councilmember Wagner,
Parks and Recreation Director Dick Deal pointed out that the
cap on the contract amount is $16,900.00.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0
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VIII. MAYOR'S REPORT
A. Executive Session
Mayor Booth recessed the meeting at 9:00 p.m. for approximately
30 minutes in order to discuss litigation issues. He indicated no
action is anticipated following the executive session.
Mayor Booth reconvened the meeting at 9:15 p.m.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council this evening,
the meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m.
Approved on the '/'//~' day of"~_ ,1998.
Charles A. Booth, Mayor Danielle Daskam, City Clerk
98M4-20
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