HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-04-1999 CITY OF AUBURN
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
October4, 1999 7:30 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER
Fla.q Salute
Mayor Booth called the meeting to order at 7:30 PM. The Auburn
Police Department Honor Guard presented the colors, and Mayor
Booth led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Roll Call
Mayor Booth and the following Councilmembers were present:
Pete Lewis, Sue Singer, Jeanne Barber, Trish Borden, Fred Poe
and Rich Wagner. Councilmember Gene Cerino was excused.
Staff members in attendance included: Parks and Recreation
Director Dick Deal, Assistant Personnel Director Rogert Cartwright,
Fire Chief Bob Johnson, Acting Police Chief Jim Kelly, City
Attorney Michael J. Reynolds, Finance Director Diane L Supler,
Public Works Director Christine Engler, Water Utility Engineer Lam
McKinnon, Storm Drainage Engineer Tim Carlaw, Deputy City
Clerk Cathy Richardson, and City Clerk Danielle Daskam.
C. Announcements and Appointments
1, Announcements
a)
Certificates of Recognition
A1.9
Mayor Booth to present Certificates of Recognition to
members of the Auburn Little League team in
recognition of their District 10 Major Softball
Championship.
Family and friends were on hand to observe Mayor
Booth present Certificates of Recognition to members
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of the Auburn Little League team in recognition of
their District 10 Major Softball Championship. Team
members recognized by Mayor Booth and
Councilmembers included: Sierra Henderson, Olivia
Stover, Lorisa Cartwright, Bailey Stenson, Aubrey
Crawford, Cassidy Jones, Raina Libadia, Erin Keeley,
VVhitney Libadia, Khyrsten Holz, Jennifer Becklund,
Jennifer Triplett, Danielle Manatad, Katelynn Thomas,
and Coach Michael Stover. Coach Stover advised
the team also placed third at the State tournament.
Appointments
a)
Chief of Police
A4.5.2
City Council to confirm the appointment of Jim Kelly
as Chief of Police.
Councilmembers waived the opportunity for executive
session to discuss the proposed appointment of Jim
Kelly as Chief of Police. Mayor Booth administered
the oath of office to Jim Kelly.
Councilmember Barber moved and Councilmember
Poe seconded to confirm the appointment of Jim Kelly
as Auburn Chief of Police.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
Councilmember Barber presented the Chief of Police
badge to Chief Kelly.
Chief Kelly introduced members of his family in
attendance this evening, including his wife, Janice,
daughters Kristina and Stacey, son Brian, father-in-
law Jerry McCarter, and brother Daniel. Several
members of the Police Department and other friends
were present to support and congratulate Chief Kelly.
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II.
A e_~Modifications
Agenda modifications included the bid proposal summary sheet for
the Auburn Municipal Airport Hanger Roofs bid award transmitted
under Item IV.D.1 of these minutes, the addition of Ordinance No.
5293 transmitted under Item ¥11.A.5 of these minutes, the addition
of Ordinance No. 5294 transmitted under Item VII.A.6 of these
minutes, and the addition of Ordinance No. 5296 transmitted under
Item VII.A.7 of these minutes.
CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE
A. Public Hearings
Initiative 695
A3.4.2
City Council will conduct a public hearing to receive public
comment either in opposition to or in favor of Initiative 695
as the Council will consider passing a resolution in which the
Council will take a position on Initiative 695.
INITIATIVE 695
An Act relating to limiting taxation by: limiting excessive license
tab fees; limiting tax increases by requiring voter approval; repealing
existing licensing fees: RCW 4616.060, 46.16.061 and 46.16.650;
repealing existing excise taxes: 82.44.010, 82.44.015, 82.44.020,
82.44.022, 82.44.023, 82.44.025, 82.44.030, 82.44.041, 82.44.060,
82.44.065, 82.44.080, 82.44.090, 82.44.100, 82.44.110, 82.44.120,
82.44.130, 82.44.140, 82.44.150, 82.44.155, 82.44.157, 82.44.160,
82.44.170, 82.44.180, 82.44.900, 82.50.010, 82.50.060, 82.50.090,
82.50.170, 82.50.250, 82.50.400, 82.50.405, 82.50.410, 82.50.425,
82.50.435, 82.50.440, 82.50.460, 82.50.510, 82.50.520, 82.50.530,
82.50.540, and 82.50.901; adding a new section to chapter 46.16 RCW;
adding a new section to chapter 43.135 RCW; creating a new section;
and providing for an effective date.
Mayor Booth read a statement regarding local impacts of
Initiative 695. Voters will be asked to consider 1695 at the
polls this November 2nd. The Initiative, if passed, would
repeal the motor vehicle excise tax (MVET) and replace it
with a fiat $30.00 license tab fee. It would also require a
direct vote of the people for authorization of any increase in
charges or fees necessary to operate state, county, city,
school or other public services and programs. Citizens
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need to consider carefully the potential impact of 1695 on
the local Community. A report from the State Office of
Fiscal Management estimates that the City would lose
approximately $405,175 in support of City police and fire
protection in addition to another $34,557 in criminal justice
support, and $9,843 in general fund revenue should 1695
pass. King County government, which provides public
health, criminal justice, Metro bus transportation, and many
other services to local jurisdictions, anticipates a loss of
over $4 million in MVET funding. Other adjustments that
will impact citizens locally include a statewide projected
transportation budget reduction of about $1.1 billion in the
1999-2000 biennium. This loss of funding, of course, would
mean a great deal of planned street and road
improvements for the region would not occur. Since
Referendum 49 bonds funded by MVET would not be
available to match federal highway funds, projects such as
planned vehicle overpasses or underpasses at essential.
street rail intersections would likely not move forward. The
Third Street SW and 277th Street vehicle overpass projects
have been placed on hold pending the resolution of
Referendum 49 concerns. Other projects such as
completion of the 272nd corridor and improvements of SR
18/Highway 167 may be tabled indefinitely. Citizens are
encouraged to inform themselves regarding the potential
impacts of 1695 in preparation for the upcoming election on
November 2.
Mayor Booth opened the public hearing.
Dan Carnrite, 922 17th Street NE, Auburn, WA
Mr. Carnrite presented a copy of an October 2, 1999 article
published in the South County Journal regarding Initiative
695. Mr. Carnrite spoke in favor of Initiative 695. He
suggested the passage of Initiative 695 would be an
economic boon to Auburn because of the number of
automobile dealers and related industry located in the city.
He objected to the City's dependency on state aid. He
estimated that 69% of the voting public support passage of
Inititative 695 and 74.5% support passage of the second
part of Initiative 695 which requires voter approval of any
new tax increase. Mr. Carnrite expressed regret that the
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public hearing was not publicized more than the legal
requirements for publication. He urged the Council to
endorse Initiative 695, rather than oppose it.
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Poe
seconded to close the public hearing.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
Audience Participation
This is the place on the agenda where the public is invited to speak
to Council on any issue.
Gary Cline, 13335 SE 248th Place, Kent, WA
Mr. Cline identified himself as President of the Board of
Commissioners for King County Water District NO. 111. Mr. Cline
distributed a copy of a letter dated October 4, 1999 addressed to
the City of Auburn regarding proposed water rate increases. He
urged the Council to carefully consider the direction of the City in
long-range planning, the scope and scheduling of the projects
contemplated over the next six years, which drive the need for the
water rate increases. He requested, on behalf of Water District No.
111, an opportunity to meet with the Public Works Committee or
staff to discuss the proposed rate increases.
Denny, Puget Sound Energy, 68th Avenue South and
228th, Kent, WA
Mr. Lensegrav identified himself as Manager of Community
Relations for Puget Sound Energy. Mr. Lensegrav updated the
Council on Puget Sound Energy's preparation for the Year 2000.
He invited the Council to attend a Washington State Year 2000
program on Wednesday October 13, 1999. Mr. Lensegrav
reported Puget Sound Energy participated in a nation-wide test to
determine the readiness of the electrical systems for the Year
2000. He reported that during the rollover to September 9, 1999,
the nation's electrical system performed well. However, a Puget
Sound Energy employee sabotaged service to some areas of the
region. Mr. Lensegrav apologized for the employee's actions, and
assured the Council that the employee was disciplined accordingly.
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Iii.
Liz Warman, 1526 NW 60th Street, Seattle, WA
and Brian Winslow, 5217 South 316th Street, Auburn, WA
Ms. Warman and Mr. Winslow commented on behalf of The Boeing
Company. Ms. Warman distributed a letter dated October 4, 1999
addressed to Mayor Booth regarding the proposed water rate
increases and their impact on Boeing. Ms. Warman questioned the
schedule of implementation for the rate increases and requested
the Council consider implementing the rate increases over a longer
period of time.
Correspondence
No correspondence was received for City Council review.
COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
A3.7.6
A.
Municipal Services
Chair Poe reported the Municipal Services Committee met this
evening at 6:00 PM. The Committee reviewed and recommended
approval of Ordinance No. 5289 providing for the acceptance of a
grant for improvements at the airport, the bid award for hanger
roofs for the base bid and alternate 3, Ordinance No. 5292
increasing fingerprinting fees, and Ordinance No. 5294 providing
for a booking fee. The next regular meeting of the Municipal
Services Committee is scheduled for Monday, October 18, 1999 at
6:00 PM.
Planninq & Community Development
Chair Borden reported the Planning and Community Development
Committee did not meet since the last Council meeting. The next
regular meeting of the Planning and Community Development
Committee has been rescheduled to meet on October 13, 1999 at
6:30 PM.
Public Works
Chair Wagner reported the Public Works Committee met
September 27, 1999. The Committee discussed traffic impact fees
as well as the water rates and storm utility rates. The next regular
meeting of the Public Works Committee is scheduled for October
11, 1999 at 4:30 PM.
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IV.
Finance
Chair Barber reported the Finance Committee met this evening at
6:30 PM. The Committee reviewed and recommended approval of
claims and payroll vouchers, Resolution No. 3119 and Resolution
No. 3120. The Committee also discussed bond issues and the
2000 Budget. The next regular meeting of the Finance Committee
is scheduled for October 18, 1999 at 6:30 PM.
CONSENT AGENDA
^. Minutes
Minutes of the September 20, 1999 regular City Council
meeting.
Vouchers
F4.9.2,F4.9.5
Claims
Claims check numbers 145460 through 145834 in the
amount of $1,369,406.52 for Period 9 and dated October 4,
1999.
Payroll
Payroll check numbers 254920 to 255136 in the amount of
$358,979.51 and electronic deposit transmissions in the
amount of $607,603.51 for a grand total of $966,583.01 for
the pay period covering September 15, 1999 to September
27, 1999.
Call for Public Hearing
2000 Budget
F3.14
City Council to call for a public hearing to be held on
November 1, 1999 to receive public comment on the 2000
Preliminary Budget including revenue sources and possible
increases in property taxes.
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VI.
Contract Administration
Auburn Municipal Airport Hanqar Roofs
04.4.9.2
City Council to award Contract Number 99-22, Project
Number C9042, the replacement of hangar roofs at Auburn
Municipal Airport, to Pro Roofing on their bid of $155,000
plus Washington State sales tax.
Councilmember Barber moved and Councilmember Wagner seconded to
approve the Consent Agenda as modified.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There were no items under this section for City Council review.
NEW BUSINESS
Application Number CUP0004-99
03.10.1 CUP0004-99
City Council to consider the request of Auburn Properties Two for a
conditional use permit to allow a drive-through window for an
espresso business located at 332X Auburn Way South.
Planning and Community Development Director Krauss explained
that the request is for a drive-through window for a Tully's Coffee
located at the end of a newly-constructed commercial building.
There are no access issues as the business will be using the same
accesses as the shopping center. The Hearing Examiner
conducted a public hearing on the application on September 21,
1999 and recommended approval of the application.
Councilmember Borden moved and Councilmember Singer
seconded to approve the conditional use permit based upon the
Hearing Examiner's Findings of Fact, Conclusions and Conditions,
and to instruct the City Attorney to prepare the necessary
Ordinance.
Councilmember Wagner questioned the traffic impact of the
application. Planning and Community Development Director
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Krauss stated that the drive-up window would create no additional
impact. A traffic study was prepared as part of the environmental
review for the entire commercial project which concluded that the
overall commercial building would generate 88 new vehicle trips in
the PM peak, the additional traffic would create no additional
impact.
Councilmember Wagner noted that a citizen at the Hearing
Examiner's hearing expressed concern with the traffic impact. He
suggested the Council return the matter to Committee.
Councilmember Borden withdrew her motion, and Councilmember
Singer withdrew her second.
Councilmember Poe noted that the environmental review
concluded that the overall development would generate 88 new
vehicle trips in the PM peak, but that adding a drive-up window
would not impact traffic any further.
At the request of Mayor Booth, Mr. Darrell Clair, 10701 SE 318th
Place, Auburn, spoke from the audience. He indicated he is one of
the partners for the project. He explained that as part of the
mitigation for development of the property, a center turn lane was
added, the road was widened, and the shoulder was improved. He
explained that most of the customers for Tully's will be people
coming from the east, turning right into the project and turning right
on to Auburn Way South.
Councilmember Wagner indicated satisfaction with the application.
Councilmember Borden moved and Councilmember Singer
seconded to approve the conditional use permit based upon the
Hearing Examiner's Findings of Fact, Conclusions and Conditions,
and to instruct the City Attorney to prepare the necessary
Ordinance.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
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VII. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
A. Ordinances
Ordinance No. 5289
F5.2.15
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to accept
an allocation of grant funds in the amount of Forty-one
Thousand Four Hundred ($41,400.00) Dollars from the
Washington State Department of Transportation, Division of
Aviation, for improvements at the Auburn Municipal Airport
to remove tree obstruction in the west transition and west
side security fencing areas, to execute the Agreements
accepting the grant fund allocation and approving the'
expenditure and appropriation of the allocated funds.
Councilmember Poe moved and Councilmember Singer
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 5289.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
Ordinance No. 5290
03.5 PLT0001-98
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, approving the final plat of Ashley Avenue
single-family subdivision located at 330 "V" Street SE, within
the city of Auburn, Washington.
Councilmember Borden moved and Councilmember Singer
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 5290.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
Ordinance No. 5291
F4.3
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn, king
County, Washington, amending Auburn City Code 13.06.60
pertaining to Auburn water rates.
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Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Poe
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 5291.
At the request for a staff report on Ordinance No. 5291 and
Ordinance No. 5293, Public Works Director Engler
introduced Finance Director Supler and Water Utility
Engineer Lara McKinnon to present information on the
proposed rate increases for the utilities.
Finance Director Supler explained that the majority of the
rate increase presented this evening is for capital
construction. Over the next four years, the City anticipates
about $23 million in capital improvements. A small portion of
the rate increase is due to operation and maintenance. She
pointed out that staff is anticipating a net operating income
in the utility of approximately $60,000. A three-year rate
increase is requested to support approximately $10 million in
revenue bonds.
Water Utility Engineer Lara McKinnon explained that the City
has a substantial capital improvement program scheduled
with the corrosion control facility comprising the largest
share of the program. Ms. McKinnon summarized the Cost
of Service Study, which was included in Council's agenda
packet. The first study started in 1995 and was completed
in 1996. Updates were completed in 1998 and 1999. The
Capital Facilities Plan for the years 2000 to 2005 includes
fifteen projects which total over $31 million. The Corrosion
Control Facilities and the Water Resource Management
projects comprise the majority of the expenditures.
In response to questions from Councilmember Borden, Ms.
McKinnon explained the Corrosion Control Facility project.
The City of Auburn's water is slightly acidic. In order to raise
the ph of the water, the water will be pumped through an air-
circulating tower. Two facilities will be constructed, one at
Coal Creek Springs pump station and one at Fullmer Field.
The Corrosion Control Facility is mandated by the
Department of Health. The project was to be completed by
1999, and the City is currently negotiating with the
Department of Health to extend completion of the project.
The City has also accepted a Public Works Trust Fund loan
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in the amount of $3.85 million for the project. The overall
project cost is over $8 million.
The Water Resource Management Program includes
completion of the aquifer characterization and modeling,
which provides information on the flow dynamics of the
ground water system, and development of a management
plan for the existing water supply and future supplies.
The Capital Facilities Plan also includes water supply and
booster pump station improvements and upgrades and
pipeline improvement and replacements.
Councilmember Wagner stated the Public Works Committee
members also questioned whether the projects and the
water rate increases could be spread over more years rather
the first three years. The Engineers concluded that none of
the improvements could be phased or delayed further.
Councilmember Wagner noted the corrosion control facility
is mandated by federal law and is also a practical solution.
He also stated that it was a difficult decision for the Public
Works Committee; however, the three year rate increase is
needed to support the bond issue to finance the projects.
Councilmember Poe added that the Lakeland Reservoir and
the Lakehaven Utility projects are also significant projects to
be completed as part of the Capital Facilities Plan.
Ms. McKinnon referred Council to a chart in the Council
packet showing the effect of the rate increases for each
customer class. The average single-family monthly bill will
increase by 14 percent in 2000, 16 percent in 2001, and 17
percent in 2002.
Councilmember Poe questioned the effect of delaying action
on the rate increase to October 18, 1999. Finance Director
Supler advised that verbal commitments have already been
made on the bond issue and staff members are planning to
offer the bonds on the market on October 15, 1999 to
ensure closing by November 1, 1999. Ms. Supler also
added that the Public Works capital improvement projects
will peak over the next two to three years. As the projects
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decline to moro traditional levels, staff is proposing to direct
any excess earnings realized in future years to a rate
stabilization fund in order to deal with future rate increases.
Liz Warman, representing The Boeing Company,
commented from the audience that Boeing is not opposing
the City's need for capital improvements, but hoped the City
could phase the increase over a longer period of time.
Larry Bradberry, representing King County Water District No.
111, expressed concern that the utility received such short
notice of the proposed rate increases. He indicated the
utility understood that rates would be going down with
completion of Interlocal Agreement No. 2 and the corrosion
control project would be financed over a longer period of
time.
Ms. McKinnon referred the Council to the chart contained in
the Council packet which provides single-family water rate
comparisons with other water utilities. The comparison
revealed that Auburn's single-family water rates are currently
one of the lowest rates in the area.
Councilmember Borden expressed concern with the
proposed rate increases,
Public Works. Director Engler clarified that the corrosion
control facility represents fifty percent of the capital projects
over the next two years, not fifty percent of the rate increase.
She also added that in futuro years as rate studies are
completed and more information is available over the next
three years, that information may indicate rates could be
lowered, or a rate stabilization fund could be established for
any excess earnings.
Representatives of Water District No. 111 asked to receive
more advance notice of proposed rate increases in the
future.
Councilmember Wagner requested that Water District No.
111, Covington and The Boeing Company receive complete
Public Works Committee agenda packets in the future.
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MOTION CARRIED. 5-1. Councilmember Borden voted no.
City Attorney Reynolds noted for clarification that the title of
Ordinance No. 5291 should refer to Code Section
13.06.360.
Ordinance No. 5292
F4.3
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, amending Auburn City Code Section 3.32.010
entitled "Designated" contained in Auburn City Code
Chapter 3.32 "Fingerprinting Fees" to reflect an increase in
fingerprinting fees from $5.00 to $6.00.
Councilmember Poe moved and Councilmember Singer
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 5292.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
Ordinance No. 5293
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, amending Auburn City Code Sections
13.48.010 entitled "Definitions", 13.48.090 entitled "System
of Charges", 13.48.100 entitled "Charges", 13.48.120
entitled "Billing and Collection", 13.48.130 entitled "Rate
Reduction", 13.48.140 entitled "Rate Exemptions" and
13.48.150 entitled "Administrative Review" which are
contained in Auburn City Code Chapter 13.48 entitled
"Storm Drainage Utility" to implement changes in the rate
structure and charges for the Storm Water Utility services.
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Poe
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 5293.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
Ordinance No. 5294
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, adopting a new Section 9.08 entitled "Auburn
City Jail Booking Fee" to Auburn City Code Title 9 entitled
"Public Peace, Morals and Welfare" to comply with Chapter
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70.48 RCW as enacted by the Laws of Washington 1999
Chapter 325, Section 3.
Councilmember Poe moved and Councilmember Singer
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 5294.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
Ordinance No. 5296
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, approvi.ng acceptance of the Washington State
Arts Commission appropriation and expenditure of grant
funds in the amount of Three Thousand and No/100 dollars
($3,000.00), and authorizing the Mayor to execute Contract
No. 2000106.
Councilmember Borden moved and Councilmember Lewis
seconded to introduce Ordinance No. 5296.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
Resolutions
Resolution No. 3118
A3.13.7.2.1
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
between the City of Auburn and the owners of Lots A, B and
C of Auburn Short Plat 0007-93 described in Street Delay
Agreement recorded under King County Auditor's File No.
9412210478.
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Singer
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3118.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
Resolution No. 3119
A2.5
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
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a Purchase Agreement for telecommunications equipment
and software between the City of Auburn and U.S. West,
Inc.
Councilmember Barber moved and Councilmember Lewis
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3119.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
Resolution No. 3120
A3.4.2
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, taking a position of opposition to I 695 Tax
Limitation and Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Initiative.
Councilmember Barber moved and Councilmember Lewis
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3120.
Councilmember Barber stated that as a member of the
Council Finance Committee and a member of the City
Council, she opposes Initiative 695.
Councilmember Poe stated he opposes Initiative 695. He
expressed concern with the text of the proposed legislation.
He also expressed support for a reduction in the excise tax,
but opposes the second part of the Initiative which requires
a public vote on any increase in taxes or fees.
Councilmember Lewis agreed with the concept of lowering
the vehicle excise tax. However, he expressed concern that
the loss of revenue will impact public works projects and
services.
Councilmember Singer spoke in favor of the Resolution and
the need to inform the citizens about the effect of the
proposed legislation on City services.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
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Resolution No. 3121
A4.19
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and the City Clerk to
execute an amendment to the Memorandum of
Understanding with Continental Savings Bank approved by
the Council in Resolution 3083 which amendment reflects
the change in name of the program from "City of Auburn
Employer-assisted Housing Program" to "Auburn Hometown
Loan Program" and the change of address for Continental
Savings Bank.
Resolution No. 3121 was removed from the agenda at the
recommendation of the Finance Committee.
VIII. MAYOR'S REPORT
Executive Session
Mayor Booth recessed the meeting to executive session at 9:15
PM in order to discuss real estate matters.
Mayor Booth reconvened the meeting at 9:25 PM.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting
adjourned at 9:25 PM.
Approved on the /"~/~ day of ~'~ , 1999.
nielle Daskam, City Clerk
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