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CITY OF AUBURN
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
February 18, 2003 7:30 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER
A. Flaq Salute
Mayor Peter B. Lewis called the meeting to order at 7:32 PM and
led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance.
B. Roll Call
Mayor Lewis and the following Councilmembers were present:
Jeanne Barber, Trish Borden, Sue Singer, Fred Poe, Stacey
Brothers, and Gene Cerino. Councilmember Rich Wagner was
excused.
Staff members present included: Planning and Community
Development Director Paul Krauss, Planner Shirley Aird,
Community Development Administrator David Osaki, Fire Chief
Bob Johnson, Assistant Public Works Director/City Engineer
Dennis Selle, Parks and Recreation Director Daryl Faber, Human
Resources Director Brenda Heineman, Senior Planner AI Hicks,
Auburn Municipal Court Judge Patrick Burns, Finance Director
Shelley Coleman, Planner II Jeff Dixon, Police Chief Jim Kelly, and
Deputy City Clerk Cathy Richardson.
C. Announcements and Appointments
1. Announcements
a) City of Auburn Municipal Court
Judge Patrick Burns distributed an annual report for
the City of Auburn Municipal Court.
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Judge Burns reviewed 2002 case filings, incarceration
costs, and the treatment release program initiated in
May 2001.
Judge Burns explained that case filings have
increased by 54% and approximately 67% of the
participants in the treatment release program have
had no subsequent criminal convictions.
Judge Burns reported that the court is exploring the
concept of providing mental health services to those
currently in custody, which would enable identification
and evaluation of mental health issues of inmates.
Judge Burns extended an invitation to the Mayor and
Council to visit the court for a tour of facilities and
operations.
b) Puaet Sound Reaional Council
Program Manager Norman Abbott gave a brief
presentation on the Puget Sound Regional Council
(PSRC). Mr. Abbott was accompanied by PSRC
Director of Transportation Eli Cooper.
Mr. Abbott distributed and reviewed an informational
packet on the PSRC which included the
responsibilities of the PSRC, the PSRC 2003 General
Assembly information, and a demographic and urban
form profile and map of downtown Auburn.
Mr. Abbott reported on the Growth Management
Policy Board (GMPB) and reviewed proposed urban
center designation criteria.
c) Patricia Butts McDonald
Mayor Lewis reported on the passing of City of
Auburn Governmental Relations Liaison Patti
McDonald on February 17, 2003. Services for Ms.
McDonald will be held on February 21, 2003 at 12:00
PM at Holy Family Catholic Church followed by a
reception at Emerald Downs Race Track.
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2. Appointments
There were no appointments for Council consideration.
D. Aaenda Modifications
Agenda modifications included the addition of Ordinance No. 5740
transmitted under Item VIII.A.4 of these minutes.
II. CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE
A. Public Hearinas
No public hearings were scheduled.
B. Audience Participation
This is the place on the agenda where the public is invited to speak
to the City Council on any issue.
Nancv Krause, Auburn Downtown Association, 16 South Division.
Auburn
Ms. Krause encouraged the Council to support the Auburn
Downtown Association (ADA) with regard to relieving and solving
parking problems in the downtown area.
Ms. Krause distributed copies of an anonymous letter which
expressed hostility towards City of Auburn administrators and the
ADA with regard to downtown parking issues.
Ms. Krause expressed concern that the interests of the City of
Auburn lie in the recruitment of new businesses and not in the
retention and expansion of existing businesses.
III. 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 and recommends
approval of Ordinance No. 5740, Resolution No. 3571, and
Resolution No. 3572. The Committee also discussed the 2003
Legislative agenda, the City of Auburn 20-year vision, a letter
regarding vehicles parked on lawns and front yards, and airport
issues. The next regular meeting of the Municipal Services
Committee is scheduled for March 3, 2003 at 5:00 PM.
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B. Plannina & Community Development
Chair Borden reported that the Planning and Community
Development Committee met on February 10, 2003 at 5:00 PM.
The Committee discussed and recommends approval of Ordinance
No. 5727 and Ordinance No. 5737. The Committee also received
a report on wetland and stream inventory and available aerial maps
and discussed sidewalk issues. The next regular meeting of the
Planning and Community Development Committee is scheduled for
February 24, 2003 at 5:00 PM.
C. Public Works
Vice Chair Poe reported that the Public Works Committee met on
February 10, 2003 at 5:30 PM. The Committee approved a right-
of-way use permit for Nicholson Investment Properties to maintain
a ground water monitoring well, and received a report on the Lake
Tapps Parkway coordination with Pierce County. The Committee
also received a report on the Coal Creek Springs water testing and
findings and the City of Auburn vision. The next regular meeting of
the Public Works Committee is scheduled for February 24, 2003 at
5:30 PM.
D. Finance
Chair Poe reported that the Finance Committee met this evening at
6:30. The Committee discussed claims and payroll vouchers,
surplus property, Ordinance No. 5739, and Resolution No. 3576.
The Committee also received a report on the City of Auburn vision,
and discussed internet credit card use for payment of City of
Auburn bills, and pull tab gambling tax status and delinquencies.
The next regular meeting of the Finance Committee is scheduled
for March 3, 2003 at 6:30 PM.
IV. COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS
Councilmember Cerino invited interested parties to attend the PSRC
General Assembly meeting on February 20, 2003.
Mayor Lewis reported that he attended the GMPB meeting, which
received a presentation on the proposed City of Federal Way Urban
Center. The City of Auburn has submitted a request to King County for
designation as an urban center.
Mayor Lewis reported that he attended a South County Area
Transportation Board (SCATBd) meeting. The Board discussed the
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agenda for the Regional Transportation Improvement District (RTID) and
is continuing to press for improvements to Highways 167 and 18.
V. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minutes
1. Minutes of the February 3, 2003 regular City Council
meeting.
B. Vouchers
F4.9.2,F4.9.5
1 . Claims
Claims check numbers 318063 through 318393 in the
amount of $1,694,237.44 and a wire transfer in the amount
of $495,484.08 and dated February 18, 2003.
2. Payroll
Payroll check numbers 503255 to 503400 in the amount of
$645,261.04 and electronic deposit transmissions in the
amount of $861 ,764.18 for a grand total of $1 ,507,025.22 for
the pay period covering January 30, 2003 to February 9,
2003.
C. Surplus Property
F4.6.1
1. Parks & Recreation Department-Golf Course
City Council to authorize the surplus and disposal of the
following Auburn Municipal Golf Course vehicle no longer of
use to the City:
1988 GMC S-15 Pickup Truck, Serial No. 14E4J8524687, License No.
03929D, Asset No. 437-0000044
2. Public Works Department
City Council to authorize the surplus and disposal of the
following property no longer of use to the City:
Epson Stylus Pro XL Line Printer, Model #P861A, Serial #2E20003421
Epson Stylus Pro XL Line Printer, Model #P861A, Serial #2R8E002899
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Councilmember Barber moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to approve the consent agenda.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0
VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There were no items under this section for Council consideration.
VII. NEW BUSINESS
A. Final Plat Application Number PL TOO-001 0
04.4.9.1.2
City Council to consider the request of Wayne and Patricia Dawson
for Final Plat of Dawson Hills Subdivision, a 9-lot single family
subdivision, generally located on the south side of SE 316th Place
between 112th Avenue SE and 114th Avenue SE.
Councilmember Borden moved and Councilmember Singer
seconded to approve the Final Plat of Dawson Hills, and to instruct
the City Attorney to prepare the necessary ordinance approving the
plat.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
VIII. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
A. Ordinances
1. Ordinance No. 5727
03.7
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, creating a new Section 16.06.055 of the
Auburn City Code, relating to environmental review
categorical exemptions.
Council member Borden moved and Councilmember Singer
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 5727.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
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2. Ordinance No. 5737
F5.3
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, approving a contract with King County
Department of Natural Resources and Parks to accept Fifty
Thousand and No/100 dollars ($50,000) in grant funds to
design, develop and maintain a youth baseball/softball field
at the existing GSA Ballfield Complex.
Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember Borden
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 5737.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
3. Ordinance No. 5739
07.1
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn, King
County, Washington, creating a new Chapter 5.05 of the
Auburn City Code relating to access to information for
business licenses and registrations.
Councilmember Poe moved and Councilmember Barber
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 5739.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
4. Ordinance No. 5740
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, amending Sections 10.36.360, 10.40.020 and
10.40.100 of the Auburn City Code, and creating a new
Section 10.40.025 of the Auburn City Code, relating to
parking enforcement.
City Attorney Daniel Heid pointed out that Ordinance No.
5740. transmitted as an agenda modification, was modified
at this evening's Municipal Services Committee meeting and
distributed to Council prior to the City Council meeting.
Council member Singer moved and Councilmember Brothers
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 5740 as
modified in Municipal services Committee.
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MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
B. Resolutions
1. Resolution No. 3570
03.4.2.1.2
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington. setting a public hearing to consider the
extension of the moratorium on the filing of the applications
for licenses, permits and approvals for sexually oriented
businesses.
Councilmember Borden moved and Council Singer
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3570.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
2. Resolution No. 3571
01.8
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, approving a change order extending the
contract for social services between the City and the
Housing Authority of the County of King for the period of
December 1, 2002 and ending November 30, 2003
Councilmember Singer moved and Council member Brothers
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3571.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
3. Resolution No. 3572
06.9.1
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the City to expend funds to abate
the litter nuisance at 223 "D' Street SW. in the City of
Auburn, and authorizing a lien for labor and materials.
Council member Singer moved and Councilmember Brothers
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3572.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
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4. Resolution No. 3576
A3.4
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, adopting the 2003 Legislative Agenda and
requesting the Mayor of the City of Auburn to transmit said
agenda to members of the Washington State Legislature.
Council member Barber moved and Councilmember Borden
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3576 and to delete
agenda item number four under the heading of Environment.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
IX. MAYOR'S REPORT
A. Executive Session
No executive session was held.
X. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting
adjourned at 8:20 PM.
APPROVED THE ;;;d DAY OF MARCH, 2003.
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Peter B. Lewis, Mayor
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