HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-02-2001 CITY OF AUBURN
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
January 2, 2001 7:30 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER
A. Flag Salute
Mayor Charles A. Booth called the meeting to order at 7:30 PM and
led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance.
B. Roll Call
Mayor Booth and the following Councilmembers were present:
Rich Wagner, Jeanne Barber, Trish Borden, Fred Poe, Pete Lewis
and Stacey Brothers. Councilmember Sue Singer was excused
from the meeting.
Staff members present included: Parks and Recreation Director
Dick Deal, Personnel Director Brenda Heineman, Assistant Police
Chief Marion Dukes, Fire Officer Dan Bosch, Assistant City
Engineer Dennis Selle, Solid Waste Supervisor Sharon Conroy,
Finance Director Diane Supler, Planning Director Paul Krauss,
Assistant Planning Director Lynn Rued, City Attorney Michael J.
Reynolds, and City Clerk Danielle Daskam.
C. Announcements and Appointments
1. Announcements
There were no announcements
2. Appointments
City Council to confirm appointments to the following Boards
and Commissions:
Airport Advisory Board
The reappointment of Joe Dejoie to a five-year term to
expire December 31, 2005.
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Arts Commission
The reappointment of Dr. Herman Ansingh to a three-year
term to expire December 31, 2003.
The reappointment of Don Gardner to a three-year term to
expire December 31,2003.
The reappointment of Bonnie Egbert to a three-year term to
expire December 31, 2003.
The reappointment of Steve Le Penske to a three-year term
to expire December 31,2003.
The reappointment of Anne Baunach to a three-year term to
expire December 31, 2003.
Cemetery Board
The reappointment of Lucille Whittall to a five-year term to
expire December 31, 2005.
The reappointment of Fred Helser to a five-year term to
expire December 31, 2005.
Human Services Committee
The reappointment of Jeani Rottie to a five-year term to
expire December 31, 2005.
The reappointment of Dan Shields to a five-year term to
expire December 31, 2005.
The reappointment of Joanne Waiters to a five-year term to
expire December 31,2005.
Library Board
The reappointment of Phillip Jenkins to a five-year term to
expire December 31,2005.
Park Board
The reappointment of Vicki Gilthvedt to a three-year term to
expire December 31, 2003.
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The reappointment of Pete Whittall to a three-year term to
expire December 31, 2003.
The appointment of Greg Clark to a three-year term to expire
December 31, 2003.
Councilmember Barber moved and Councilmember Poe seconded
to confirm the appointments to Boards and Commissions as
presented as part of the agenda modifications.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
D. Agenda Modifications
Agenda modifications included Board and Commission
appointments transmitted under Item I.C.2 of these minutes and
correspondence related to Closed Record Appeal HAP00-0002
transmitted under Item II.B. 1 of these minutes.
II. CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE
A. Public Hearings
1. Application No. V-03-00
03.9 V-03-00
City Council to consider a petition for vacation of an alleyway
located south of West Main Street, between "G" Street SW
and the Union Pacific Railroad line.
Assistant City Engineer Selle presented the staff report for
Auburn Dairy's application to vacate an alleyway located
south of West Main Street between "G" Street SW and the
Union Pacific Railroad line. Auburn Dairy owns property on
both sides of the alley, and they desire to build over the alley
to improve their facility. Mr. Selle advised that the City has
received no requests for existing or future easement dghts
from any utility. The water line previously located in the
alleyway has been relocated to adjacent right-of-way. The
existing storm and sewer lines serve only Auburn Dairy. Mr.
Selle reported the City has no plans for future public utilities
to be located in the alleyway and staff has no transportation
or access needs for the alley. Staff recommends approval
of the vacation with conditions requiring Auburn Dairy to
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assume ownership of the storm and sewer lines and agree
to reconstruct a new side sewer during the time of
redevelopment or within six months from the date of
approval of vacation.
Mayor Booth opened the public hearing.
City Attorney Reynolds advised that Councilmember Lewis
has excused himself from the proceeding due to a potential
conflict of interest.
Duncan Wilson, 1400 Talbot Road South, Suite 400,
Renton, WA
Mr. Wilson identified himself as an attorney representing
Auburn Dairy. He spoke in favor of the staff
recommendation and the vacation of the alleyway. He
explained that the vacation would allow redevelopment and
reconstruction of Auburn Dairy to allow a linear flow for
production. He also noted that Auburn Dairy paid over
$11,000 to relocate the water line. He urged the Council to
approve the alley vacation.
Martin Lavine, Auburn Dairy, 702 West Main Street, Auburn,
WA
In response to questions from Councilmember Brothers, Mr.
Lavine advised that Aubum Dairy employs approximately
thirty people. He anticipates redevelopment and
reconstruction to take approximately one year.
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Poe
seconded to close the public hearing.
MOTION CARRIED. 5-0.
City Attorney Reynolds read the title of Ordinance No. 5497
approving the alley vacation.
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Poe
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 5497.
MOTION CARRIED. 5-0.
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B. Closed Record Hearings
This is a closed record hearing where any public testimony must be
strictly limited to the issues involving the proposal and must also be
limited to comments "on the record". No new or additional
evidence may be allowed.
1. HAP00-0002
A3.23.1 HAP00-0002
City Council to consider an appeal filed by Roy Haueter on
the Hearing Examiner's decision to affirm the Planning
Director's decision to not allow the expansion of a
nonconforming use located at 102 Auburn Way North.
City Attorney Reynolds advised that Councilmember Lewis
has excused himself from the proceeding due to a potential
conflict of interest. Councilmember Lewis left the meeting
room during the hearing and Council consideration of
HAP00-0002.
Assistant Planning Director Rued presented the staff report
on Mr. Haueter's appeal of the Planning Director's decision
to not allow the use of a graveled parking lot.
The property is located at 1st and Aubum Way North. Mr.
Rued displayed the site using an overhead slide of a vicinity
map. Three lots are involved with the parcel. Lot 9 includes
an existing auto repair business, which is an existing
nonconforming use. Lot 10 is a legal nonconforming use
which has been used as a gravel parking area and has been
associated with the building on Lot 9 for a number of years
and prior to codes requiring paved parking. The issue of the
appeal relates to Lot 11. Lot 11 is now being used as a
gravel parking area. City records indicate that until at least
1989, a single family residence was located on the property.
In 1989, the City issued a demolition permit for the house
and subsequently the area was used as a gravel parking lot.
Mr. Rued advised that in 1980, the City of Auburn adopted
parking standards requiring paved parking areas. Since the
house was removed after 1980 and the site has been used
as a gravel parking area, the use is not in conformance with
the City's requirement for paved parking areas.
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Mr. Rued referred to a black and white Washington State
Department of Transportation aerial photo of the area. The
photo was taken in 1988 and shows Lot 11 with the existing
house. The photo was passed to the Council and filed with
the City Clerk.
In response to questions from Councilmembers Mr. Rued
advised that parking lots are permitted in a C2 zone, but the
parking lot must meet all applicable standards. Additionally,
nonconforming business uses can expand up to twenty-five
percent. The owner would not be allowed to sell cars at this
location.
Mayor Booth opened the closed record hearing.
Roy Haueter, 29732 226th Avenue, Kent, WA
Using overheads, Mr. Haueter showed the location of the
property on a GIS-type map. Mr. Haueter stated that prior to
purchasing the property, he had asked the Auburn Building
Department if he could gravel the area. He reported that he
was told that he could gravel the lot and that no permits
were needed. Six months later, he received a letter dated
June 29, 2000 from Planning Director Krauss which
instructed Mr. Haueter to cease the current use of the site.
Mr. Haueter stated that he received verbal and written
confirmation from the previous property owner and business
owner that the subject property had been used for
automotive purposes for decades. Mr. Haueter also referred
to statements from the contractor who regraveled the lot and
the Auburn Licensing Agency who has used the subject area
for parking. Mr. Haueter stated that lot 11 has been used for
automotive purposes prior to adoption of existing zoning and
therefor should be grandfathered as a nonconforming use.
Mr. Haueter indicated he would be willing to fence and
enclose the parking area.
Councilmember Brothers noted the photograph from 1989
showing a house on lot 11 and no gravel parking lot. He
also noted that the City's parking lot standards requiring
paved parking areas dates back to 1980.
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In response to questions from Councilmember Poe, Mr.
Haueter advised that he purchased all three lots from the
same property owner.
Councilmember Borden questioned whether Mr. Haueter is
unwilling to pave lot 11. Mr. Haueter responded the option
to pave and improve the parking area with the required
storm drainage appurtenances is too expensive. Assistant
City Engineer Selle clarified that all paved parking lots are to
be equipped to meet storm drainage water quality
requirements.
In response to questions from Councilmember Wagner
regarding Mr. Krauss's June 29, 2000 letter to Mr. Haueter,
Mr. Krauss clarified that the issue relating to potential car
sales at the site was resolved. It is staff's understanding
that car sales are not being conducted at the site. The issue
that remains is the use of the site as a gravel parking area.
Mr. Haueter contended the house and the area around the
house was used for automotive purposes, and should be a
grandfathered use. Assistant Planning Director Rued stated
there is no evidence on file with the City that the house had
been legally used for anything other than a single family
home.
Councilmember Wagner referred to the project site plan for
Walt's Radiator dated 1986 which clearly states that the lot
would have to be brought up to standards in order to be
used.
Walt Austin, 14823 47th Avenue East, Tacoma, WA, 98846
Mr. Austin identified himself as former owner of Walrs
Radiator and Muffler. Mr. Austin verified that a house was
on lot 11 in 1989 and was demolished the same year. Mr.
Austin purchased the property in 1985 or 1986. He stated
the house was used for storage and the remaining area of
the lot was used as a gravel parking area. Mr. Austin
believes the back half of lot 11 was used for parking in the
1970's and perhaps in the 1960's.
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Councilmember Wagner referred to the project site plan for
Walrs Radiator dated 1986 and noted that lot 11 shows an
existing house and shed and indicates grass surrounding
the buildings, not gravel parking area.
Victor Lewis, Bonney Lake, WA
Mr. Lewis identified himself as a previous business owner of
Vic's Radiator and Muffler located at the subject site. He
stated that the house located on lot 11 was used for
business storage and the remainder of the lot was used for
business parking.
Councilmember Borden moved and Councilmember Wagner
seconded to close the hearing.
MOTION CARRIED. 5-0.
Councilmember Borden moved and Councilmember Wagner
seconded to uphold the Headng Examiner's decision.
MOTION CARRIED. 5-0.
Councilmember Lewis returned to the Council Chambers at
this time.
C. Audience Participation
This is the place on the agenda where the public is invited to speak
, to the City Council on any issue.
There was no audience participation.
D. Correspondence
No correspondence was received for City Council review.
III. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
A3.7.6
A. Municipal Services
Chair Poe reported the Municipal Services Committee met this
evening at 5:00. The Committee received a presentation on and
discussed solid waste. The Committee also discussed engineering
services for the airport. The Committee also recommended
referring Resolution Nos. 3288 and 3310 to the Municipal Services
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Committee for further review. The next regular meeting of the
Municipal Services Committee is scheduled for Tuesday, January
16, 2001 at 5:00 PM.
B. Planning & Community Development
Chair Borden reported the Planning and Community Development
Committee meeting scheduled for December 26, 2000 was
canceled. The next regular meeting of the Planning and
Community Development Committee is scheduled for Monday,
January 8, 2001 at 6:30 PM.
C. Public Works
Chair Wagner reported the Public Works Committee meeting
scheduled for December 26, 2000 was canceled. The next regular
meeting of the Public Works Committee is scheduled for Monday,
January 8, 2001 at 4:30 PM.
D. Finance
Chair Barber reported the Finance Committee met this evening at
6:30. The Committee reviewed Ordinance No. 5495, Resolution
No. 3311, and Resolution No. 3312. The next regular meeting of
the Finance Committee is scheduled for Tuesday, January 16,
2001 at 6:30 PM.
IV. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minutes
1. Minutes of the December 18, 2000 regular City Council
meeting.
B. Vouchers
F4.9.2,F4.9.5
1. Claims
Claims check numbers 157916 through 157955 in the
amount of $84,124.67 for Period 12 dated December 27,
2000; and claims check numbers 157956 through 158241 in
the amount of $1,698,581.35 for Period 13 and dated
January 2, 2001.
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2. Payroll
Payroll check numbers 261271 to 261589 in the amount of
$855,665.94 and electronic deposit transmissions in the
amount of $1,323,113.42 for a grand total of $2,178,779.36
for the pay period covering December 14, 2000 to
December 29, 2000.
C. Contract Administration
1. Solid Waste Consultant Agreement
o3.4.120, 04.7.3
City Council to approve a Consulting Services Agreement
with Sound Resource Management for solid waste
consulting services.
Councilmember Barber moved and Councilmember Poe seconded to
approve the Consent Agenda.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
V. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no item under this section for City Council consideration.
VI. NEW BUSINESS
There wais no item under this section for City Council consideration.
VII. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
A. O~inances
1. Ordinance No. 5495
A4.3.1
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, amending Auburn City Code Section 2.51.020
entitled "Councilmen's Compensation" contained in Chapter
2.51 entitled "Compensation of Officers" to provide for
increased compensation to Councilmembers and to change
"Councilmen's" to "Councilmember's".
Councilmember Barber moved and Councilmember Lewis
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 5495.
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MOTION CARRIED. 4-2. Councilmembers Brothers and
Poe voted no.
2. Ordinance No. 5497
03.9 v-03-00
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, approving the vacation of an alleyway located
south of West Main Street, between "G" Street SW and the
Union Pacific Railroad line, within the city of Auburn,
Washington.
Ordinance No. 5497 was adopted under Item II.A.1 of these
minutes.
B. Resolutions
1. Resolution No. 3288
04.4.9.2
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
an Engineering Service Contract for north hangar buildings
with W & H Pacific, Inc., for the Auburn Municipal Airport.
Resolution No. 3288 was removed from the agenda and
referred to the Municipal Services Committee.
2. Resolution No. 3310
04.7.5
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, King
County, Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute Addendum IV to the Solid Waste Collection
Agreement between the City of Auburn and Washington
Waste Hauling & Recycling d/b/a R.S.T. Disposal.
Resolution No. 3310 was removed from the agenda and
referred to the Municipal Services Committee.
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3. Resolution No. 3311
A3.9.8
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
an Agreement between the City and the International
Association of Fire Fighters' Local #1352 Clerical and
Support Staff Unit effective January 1, 2001 through
December 31, 2003.
Councilmember Barber moved and Councilmember Lewis
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3311.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
4. Resolution No. 3312
A3.4
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, adopting the 2001 legislative agenda and
requesting the Mayor of the City of Auburn to transmit said
agenda to members of the Washington State Legislature.
Councilmember Barber moved and Councilmember Wagner
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3312.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
VIII. MAYOR'S REPORT
A. Executive Session
Mayor Booth recessed the meeting to executive session at 8:40
PM for approximately ten minutes in order to discuss real estate
matters.
Mayor Booth reconvened the meeting at 8:50 PM.
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IX. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council this evening,
the meeting adjourned at 8:50 PM.
Approved on the//~ .1~ day of (/d,~j4,u2~zJ~ ,2001.
Charles A. Booth, Mayor lie Daskam, City Clerk
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