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Home My WebLink About02-03-2003CITY OF WASHINGTON CITY OF AUBURN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES February 3, 2003 7:30 PM CALL TO ORDER Fla.q Salute Mayor Peter B. Lewis called the meeting to order at 7:30 PM and led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll Call Mayor Lewis and the following Councilmembers were present: Rich Wagner, Jeanne Barber, Trish Borden, Fred Poe, Sue Singer, Stacey Brothers, and Gene Cerino. Staff members present included: City Attorney Daniel B. Heid, Assistant Finance Director Lee Hall, Police Chief Jim Kelly, Fire Chief Bob Johnson, Human Resources Director Brenda Heineman, Community Development Administrator David Osaki, Public Works Director Dennis Dowdy, Parks and Recreation Director Daryl Faber, Assistant Police Chief Bob Lee, and City Clerk Danielle Daskam. C. Announcements and Appointments 1 . Announcements a) Kin.q County Councilmember Julia Patterson Councilmember Patterson reported on her first year on the King County Council representing District 13. District 13 encompasses portions of the cities of Auburn, Tukwila, Des Moines, Kent and Burien, and the cities of SeaTac and Normandy Park. There are approximately 130,000 people residing in District 13. District 13 is a vital affordable housing area, a Page City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes February 3, 2003 b) c) Councilmember Patterson stated that King County experienced an unprecedented budget shortfall of approximately $52 million in year 2002 and anticipates a budget shortfall of $24 million in years 2003 and 2004. Councilmember Patterson reviewed the County budget shortfall and spoke regarding innovative policy measures that the County has implemented with regard to funding for human services, transportation, jails, parks, pools, grants, and art programs. Councilmember Patterson reported on the creation of a Regional Transportation Investment District (RTID) consisting of King, Pierce, and Snohomish counties. The RTID will develop a list of regional projects to be funded by and built within the district. Councilmember Patterson also spoke regarding efforts to discourage Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) from citing a secure housing facility for level three sex offenders near Auburn residential areas. Certificates of Appreciation Mayor Lewis and Police Chief Kelly presented Certificates of Appreciation to David Comstock and Anita Mclntosh from Comstock Bindery and Bookshop for their donation of books and reading materials to detention facility residents over the last two years. Chief Kelly commended the generosity of Mr. Comstock and Ms. Mclntosh. Library Report Library Board Chair Nancy Colson introduced Nancy Smith, Associate Director of the King County Library System and Greg Rathbone, recently appointed Manager of King County Auburn Library. Page 2 City of Auburn Council Meetin.q Minutes February 3, 2003 Ms. Colson distributed the King County Auburn Library Annual Report 2002 and reported on the new artwork in the children's area, and library programs, initiatives, and statistical information. Appointments City Council to confirm the following Board and Commission appointments: a) Arts Commission The reappointment of Paul Dodsworth to a three-year term to expire December 31,2005. The reappointment of Kristen Brock to a three-year term to expire December 31, 2005. b) Business Improvement Area Committee of Ratepayers The reappointment of Jan Cavanaugh to a three-year term to expire June 30, 2005. The reappointment of Patricia Ellis to a three-year term to expire June 30, 2005. The reappointment of J. Cameron Cutler to a three- year term to expire June 30, 2005. The reappointment of Robert West to a three-year term to expire June 30, 2005. c) Cemetery Board The reappointment of Thomas Hikida to a five-year term to expire December 31, 2007. d) Library Board The reappointment of Joan Mason to a four-year term to expire December 31, 2006. e) Lodging Tax Advisory Committee The reappointment of Wilma Pickle to a three-year term to expire December 31, 2005. Page 3 City of Aul~urn Council Meeting Minutes Februaw 3, 200,", II. III. Park Board The reappointment of Gerald Butts to a three-year term to expire December 31, 2005. The reappointment of Roger Thordarson to a three- year term to expire December 31, 2005. The reappointment of Paul Wohlhueter to a three- year term to expire December 31, 2005. Councilmember Barber moved and Councilmember Wagner seconded to confirm the appointments to the boards and commissions. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. Agenda Modifications Agenda modifications included the addition of Parks Department surplus property transmitted under Item V.C.3 of these minutes. CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE Public Hearings No public hearing was scheduled. Audience Participation This is the place on the agenda where the public is invited to speak to the City Council on any issue. No one in the audience requested to speak. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS A3~7.6 A. Municipal Services Chair Singer reported that the Municipal Services Committee met this evening at 5:00. The Committee discussed consent agenda items and Resolution No. 3568 on this evening's agenda. The Committee also had a preliminary discussion related to fire stations and a public safety building. The next regular meeting of the Municipal Services Committee is scheduled for February 18, 2003 at 5:00 PM. Page 4 CiD/of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes February $, 200A IV. Planning & Community Development Chair Borden reported that the Planning and Community Development Committee met on January 27, 2003 at 5:00 PM. The Committee discussed the goals set by Council at the 2002 Council Retreat and reviewed a map depicting those goals. The next regular meeting of the Planning and Community Development Committee is scheduled for February 10, 2003 at 5:00 PM. Public Works Chair Wagner reported that the Public Works Committee met January 27, 2003 at 5:30 PM. The Committee discussed Resolution No. 3566 on this evening's agenda and inventory for street lights. The Committee also received a report on the infiltration and inflow project in the Auburn Way South basin area and the wetland and stream inventory. The next regular meeting of the Public Works Committee is scheduled for February 10, 2003 at 5:30 PM. Finance Chair Poe reported that the Finance Committee met this evening at 6:30. The Committee discussed and recommends approval of consent items on this evening's agenda. The Committee also received letters of thanks from individuals who participated in drug and alcohol treatment programs through the City of Auburn court system. The next regular meeting of the Finance Committee is scheduled for February 18, 2003 at 6:30 PM. COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS Councilmember Cerino invited interested parties to attend the general assembly of the Pierce County Regional Council on February 20, 2003. Mayor Lewis reported on his discussion with Pierce County representatives related to the need for guard rails on the Lake Tapps Parkway. Mayor Lewis reported that, during an upcoming trip to Washington DC, he will be meeting with representatives from the FAST Corridor, Boeing, Business Improvement Area (BIA) lobbyists, and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) with regard to obtaining funding for measures on a new public safety building, a new post office, and Highways 18, 164 and 167 improvements. Page 5 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes February 3, 2003 CONSENT AGENDA A. Minutes Minutes of the January 21, 2003 regular City Council meeting. B. Vouchers F4.9~2,F4.9.5 Claims Claims check numbers 317634 through 317794 in the amount of $847,197.50 and claims check numbers 317795 through 318062 in the amount of $312,624.85 dated February 3, 2003. Payroll Payroll check numbers 503097 to 503254 in the amount of $284,377.30 and electronic deposit transmissions in the amount of $872,865.83 for a grand total of $1,157,243.13 for the pay period covering January 17, 2003 to January 29, 2003. C. Surplus Property F4.6.1 Finance Department City Council to authorize the surplus and disposal of the following listed property: Two (2) Cabinets Cemetery City Council to authorize the surplus and trade-in of the following vehicle: VIN 1FMDA41X6MZA82184 1991 Ford Aerostar Van Parks Department City Council to authorize the surplus and disposal of the following property: Page 6 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes February 3, 2003 VI. VII. City Council to authorize the surplus and disposal of the following property: 1 typewriter 1 chair 1 table (2'X3') 1 glass front cabinet 1 metal paper storage cabinet 2 monitor stands 1 two drawer filing cabinet 3 wooden storage units Councilmember Barber moved and Councilmember Wagner seconded to approve the consent agenda as modified. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. UNFINISHED BUSINESS There were no items under this section for Council review. NEW BUSINESS There were no items under this section for Council review. VIII. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS A. Ordinances Ordinance No. 5734 O3.10.1 CUP02-0005 An Ordinance of the City of Auburn, Washington, providing for a conditional use permit to allow for a drive through restaurant on property zoned Planned Unit Development (PUD) District - Lakeland Hills South Special Plan Area zone, located at the westerly corner of Lakeland Town Center within the City of Auburn, Washington. Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember Brothers seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 5734. MOTION CARRIED. 6-1. Counciimember Borden voted no. Page 7 City of Auburn Council Meet nq Minutes February 3, 200*, Ordinance No. 5735 O3.10.1 CUP01-0005 An Ordinance of the City of Auburn, King County, Washington, providing for a conditional use permit to allow the construction and operation of a fuel facility on property currently zoned C-2, Central Business District, located at 101 Auburn Way South, within the City of Auburn, Washington. Councilmember Borden moved and Councilmember Singer seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 5735. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. Ordinance No. 5736 03.10.1 CUP02-0004 An Ordinance of the City of Auburn, King County, Washington, providing for a conditional use permit to allow for a multifamily structure (triplex) on property zoned R-3 two-family (Duplex Residential District), located at the north side of 4~ Street NE approximately 90 feet west of M Street NE, within the City of Auburn, Washington. Councilmember Borden moved and Councilmember Singer seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 5736. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. Resolutions Resolution No. 3566 04.9 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing the Mayor to execute a Certification Acceptance Qualification Agreement with the Washington State Department of Transportation to provide the City the authority to continue handling federal aid funds on capital projects. Councilmember Wagner moved and Counciimember Poe seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3566. Page 8 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes February $, 2003 IX. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. Resolution No. 3568 A3.17 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a one year extension for the lease of certain City property to King County Department of Public Health leasing of City space adjacent to the North Fire Station located at 1101 D Street NE for the purpose of providing living and office facilities for a King County Paramedic Unit and additional space inside the City's apparatus maintenance facility for garaging a paramedic vehicle and a Iockable storage area. Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember Wagner seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3568. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. MAYOR'S REPORT Executive Session No executive session was held. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting adjourned at 8:30 PM. APPROVED THE /~:Y?~DAY Peter B. Lewis, Mayor OF FEBRUARY, 2003. Cathy Richd~son, Deputy City Clerk Page 9