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WAS H I NGTON
CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
February 2, 2004 7:30 PM
CALL TO ORDER
Flag Salute
Mayor Peter B. Lewis called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. and
led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Roll Call
Mayor Lewis and the following Councilmembers were present: Sue
Singer, Gene Cerino, Bill Peloza, Roger Thordarson and Lynn
Norman. Councilmembers Rich Wagner and Nancy Backus were
excused.
Staff members present included: Planning and Community
Development Director Paul Krauss, Employee Relations and
Compensation Manager John Fletcher, Acting Fire Chief Russ
Vandver, Finance Director Shelley Coleman, City Attorney Daniel
B. Heid, Municipal Court Judge Patrick Burns, Parks and
Recreation Director Daryl Faber, Police Chief Jim Kelly, Public
Works Director Dennis Dowdy, and City Clerk Danielle Daskam.
C. Announcements and Appointments
1. Announcements
a)
The Honorable Patrick Burns presented the Auburn
Municipal Court's 2003 State of the Court. Judge
Burns noted that case filings continue to increase. In
2003, 13,046 cases were filed compared to 12,916 in
2002. On average, 95 hearings are held each day in
the municipal court.
Judge Burns also expounded on the court's
alternatives to incarceration programs such as the
treatment and release program and the electronic
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II.
home monitoring program, which reduce incarceration
costs but at the same time increase offender
accountability.
Judge Burns also noted that the construction of the
new court and police building at 340 East Main Street
has been a boost for the court and probation staff.
The new facility will improve court and probation
services and allow additional alternatives to
incarceration that cannot be provided now.
Additional resources allocated to the court's budget
this year, will enable court staff to advance its fine
collection procedures.
Judge Burns thanked the Mayor and City Council for
their continued support.
2. Appointments
a)
Airport Advisory Board
City Council to confirm the appointment of Robert
Pautz to fill an unexpired five-year term that will expire
on December 31,2006.
Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember
Cerino seconded to confirm the appointment.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0,
Agenda Modifications
Resolution No. 3685 was added to the agenda under Item VIII.B.8
of these minutes.
CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE
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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.
Rollyn Kidd, 210 13th Street SE, Auburn
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Mr. Kidd spoke regarding the regulation of motorized scooters. Mr.
Kidd was referred to Police Chief Kelly for statutes that could apply
to the enforcement of motorized scooters.
Anita Cratty, 1835 26th Avenue, Seattle
Ms. Cratty spoke regarding the City's proposed Fritz's Law
regarding regulation of dangerous dogs. Ms. Cratty opposes breed
specific legislation and proposed that the City enforce existing
animal control regulations and other nuisance regulations that
maintain control over dogs and hold owners responsible for
dangerous dogs. She suggested that dogs be classified as
dangerous based on their behavior, temperament and each dog's
own history, rather than its breed alone.
Mayor Lewis and Councilmember Cerino explained that the
Municipal Services Committee is currently reviewing options for
implementing a dangerous dog ordinance that would make owners
responsible for the actions of their pets. The Committee is
reviewing sample ordinances from across the state and country,
applicable state law, and suggestions from citizens.
Councilmember Cerino anticipates the Council Committee to
review materials over the next two months and then present a final
proposed ordinance to the full Council.
Kay Ferrell, 4325 South 239th Place, Kent
Ms. Ferrell identified herself as a pet care provider. She spoke in
favor of holding owners responsible for the treatment and actions of
their pets. She expressed opposition to punishment of pets
because of irresponsible owners.
Miss Rydeski, 1025 W Main Street, Auburn
Ms. Rydeski spoke briefly regarding animal control.
Navdeep Walia, 1504 28th Street SE, Auburn
Mr. Walia presented his written comments and spoke regarding
regulation of specific dog breeds. Mr. Walia expressed opposition
to implementation of breed specific legislation.
Michelle Aulis, 4248 A Street SE #325, Auburn
Ms. Aulis briefly spoke regarding regulation of pit bulls in the City of
Auburn and displayed photographs of her pets, two pit bull terriers.
Jesse Pettiford, 5 J Street SE, Auburn
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Mr. Pettiford presented his written comments and spoke regarding
the history of pit bull terriers. He suggested community programs
to promote responsible pet ownership. He expressed opposition to
breed specific legislation.
Jennifer Anderson, 11356 SE 298th Place, Auburn
Ms. Anderson expressed opposition to breed specific legislation.
She is the owner of two pit bull terriers and one foster pit bull
terrier.
Virginia Haugen, 2503 R Street SE, Auburn
Ms. Haugen spoke regarding dog attacks in her neighborhood and
pedestrian safety.
Nikki Hodqes, 32010 162nd Avenue SE, Auburn
Ms. Hodges presented her written comments and testified to the
temperament of her adopted pit bull terrier.
Connie Gohl, 37620 188th Avenue SE, Auburn
Ms. Gohl identified herself as a licensed veterinarian technician.
She expressed opposition to breed specific legislation. She argued
that bad dogs come in all breeds. She spoke in favor of making
owners responsible for the actions of their pets.
Frank Rice, 1811 F Street SE, Auburn
Mr. Rice spoke in favor of general language to regulate dangerous
dogs and other dangerous species.
Viri.qnia Hau.qen, 2503 R Street SE, Auburn
Ms. Haugen spoke regarding the proposed street vacation in the
vicinity of 4th Street SE.
Navdeed Walia
Mr. Walia inquired regarding the proposed dangerous dog
legislation. Mayor Lewis responded that the Municipal Services
Committee is studying several options for implementing a
dangerous dog ordinance. Councilmember Cerino added that
police dogs will be exempt from any proposed dangerous dog
legislation.
Correspondence
No correspondence was been received.
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III.
COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
A3.7.6
A.
Municipal Services
Chair Cerino reported the Municipal Services Committee met this
evening at 5:00. The Committee discussed the Auburn Police
Department accomplishments for 2003 and goals for 2004, the
remodel of Fire Station 31, state guidelines for gas-powered
scooters, and dangerous dog regulations. The next regular
meeting of the Municipal Services Committee is scheduled for
February 17, 2004 at 5:00 p.m.
Planning & Community Development
Vice Chair Norman reported the Planning and Community
Development Committee met January 26th. The Committee
recommended Council approval of Ordinance No. 5802, which
appears later on this evening's agenda. The Committee also
received information on the storm water monitoring and inspection
program, the city's response to King County's proposed
comprehensive plan amendments, the Northeast Auburn Special
Plan Area, outdoor storage in the M-1 zoning district, and the Les
Gove water spray pool. City of Kent also presented information on
their one-stop human services center. The next regular meeting of
the Planning and Community Development Committee is
scheduled for February 9, 2004 at 5:00 p.m.
Public Works
Vice Chair Cerino reported the Public Works Committee met
January 26th. The Committee reviewed and recommended
approval of two interlocal agreements with Lakehaven Utility District
(Resolution Nos. 3650 and 3652) and resolutions setting the date
for public hearings on petitions for vacation (Resolution Nos. 3677,
3678, and 3679). The Committee also discussed B Street NE
parking options and the capital project status report. The next
regular meeting of the Public Works Committee is scheduled for
February 9, 2004 at 5:30 p.m.
Finance
Vice Chair Norman reported the Finance Committee met this
evening at 6:30. The Committee recommended approval of
consent items and Resolution No. 3685. The Committee discussed
the Fire Station 31 remodel project and received a sales tax
summary for January. The next regular meeting of the Finance
Committee is scheduled for February 17, 2004 at 6:30 p.m.
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IV.
COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS
At this time Councilmembers may report on items not specifically
described on the agenda, which are of interest to the community.
Mayor Pro Tem Singer reported that she and Mayor Lewis attended the
January 21st forum of elected officials to discuss human services,
particularly Iow income housing in South King County. Mayor Pro Tern
Singer also reported on the January 22nd Puget Sound Regional Council
Executive Committee meeting where discussion centered on
transportation issues and a report on noise mitigation between the Port of
Seattle and Highline School District related to the third runway project.
Mayor Pro Tern Singer announced that she would be accompanying the
new members of the Council at the Association of Washington Cities' new
Councilmember conference in Lacey on Friday.
Councilmember Peloza reported on the January 22nd presentation by
Public Works staff on equipment rental, water, sanitary sewer, storm
drainage, transportation and support services programs. Councilmember
Peloza also reported on the January 28th Association of Washington
Cities Legislative Conference and the January 29th planning workshop
presented by Planning Department staff.
Councilmember Thordarson reported on the Association of Washington
Cities Legislative Conference on January 28 including a session on
transportation issues.
Mayor Lewis reported on a recent Suburban Cities Association meeting.
He announced Councilmember Peloza's appointment to the King County
Water Quality Committee, Councilmember Thordarson's appointment to
the King County Regional Transit Committee, Councilmember Norman's
appointment to the Puget Sound Regional Council Growth Manameent
Policy Committee, Mayor Pro Tem Singer's appointment to the Puget
Sound Regional Council Executive Board, and Mayor Lewis's appointment
to the Regional Policy Committee and the Puget Sound Regional Council
Economic Development District Policy Board. Also, Councilmember
Cerino is the City's representative on the Pierce County Review
Committee.
Mayor Lewis reported on his recent testimony before the state legislature
on such issues as funding for improvements to State Highway 164, HOT
lanes on State Highway 167, and streamlined sales tax.
Mayor Lewis announced that Miss Kristine True was crowned the new
Miss Auburn on Saturday night.
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VI,
VII,
VIII.
Mayor Lewis acknowledged the receipt of a letter from the City of Bonney
Lake expressing gratitude for the actions of off-duty Auburn Police Officer
Arneson in apprehending two theft suspects on January 27, 2004 in
Bonney Lake.
CONSENT AGENDA
All matters listed on the Consent Agenda are considered by the City
Council to be routine and will be enacted by one motion in the form listed.
A. Minutes
Minutes of the January 20, 2004 regular City Council
meeting.
B. Vouchers
F4.9.2,F4.9.5
Claims
Claims check numbers 327710 through 327902 in the
amount of $1,153,416.12 and and claims check numbers
327903 through 328165 in the amount of $569,020.04 and
dated February 2, 2004.
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Payroll
Payroll check numbers 507162 to 507288 in the amount of
$270,985.18 and electronic deposit transmissions in the
amount of $943,561.79 for a grand total of $1,214,546.97 for
the pay period covering January 15, 2004 to January 29,
2004.
Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to approve the Consent Agenda.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no unfinished business.
NEW BUSINESS
There was no new business.
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
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A. Ordinances
Ordinance No. 5802
A3.6
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, amending Chapter 2.06 of the Auburn City
Code, titled "City Council" and approving the rules of
procedure of the City Council of Auburn, Washington
Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember Norman
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 5802.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
Resolutions
Resolution No. 3650
A3.14
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor to execute a franchise
agreement between Lakehaven Utility District and the City of
Auburn, allowing the Lakehaven Utility District to connect
install, operate, maintain and repair water system, facilities,
and appurtenances in, over, along, across and under the
franchise area for the purpose of providing water service
Councilmember Cerino moved and Councilmember Singer
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3650.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
Resolution No. 3652
O4.11
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor to execute an interlocal
agreement establishing water service boundaries between
the Lakehaven Utility District and the City of Auburn
Councilmember Cerino moved and Councilmember Singer
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3652.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
3. Resolution No. 3677
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03.9 V-04-03
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, fixing a time for a public hearing on the petition
for vacation of a portion of 4th Street SE located east of M
Street SE, within the City of Auburn, Washington
Councilmember Cerino moved and Councilmember
Thordarson seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3677.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
Resolution No. 3678
O3.9 V-05-03
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, fixing a time for a public hearing on the petition
for vacation of a portion of right-of-way located south of 812
10th Street NE (Olympic Court Apartments), within the City of
Auburn, Washington
Councilmember Cerino moved and Councilmember
Thordarson seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3678.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
Resolution No. 3679
03.9 V-06-03
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, fixing a time for a public hearing on the petition
for vacation of a portion of an alleyway located south of 4th
Street SE and east of K Street SE, within the City of Auburn,
Washington.
Councilmember Cerino moved and Councilmember
Thordarson seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3679.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
Resolution No. 3682
A3.12.5
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
a contract for public defense services for 2004 between the
City and The McCrumb Law Firm, P.S., Attorneys at Law
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Councilmember Norman moved and Councilmember
Thordarson seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3682.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
Resolution No. 3684
F2.4.9 LID 250
A Resolution of the City of Auburn, Washington, fixing a time
and place for hearing on the final assessment roll for Local
Improvement District No. 250, and directing that notice
thereof be given in the manner required by law
Councilmember Norman moved and Councilmember
Thordarson seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3684.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
Resolution No. 3685
F4.3
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, amending the City of Auburn Fee Schedule
relating to building permit fees
Councilmember Norman moved and Councilmember
Thordarson seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3685.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
MAYOR'S REPORT
Executive Session
Mayor Lewis recessed the meeting at 8:49 p.m. to executive
session for approximately fifteen minutes for the purpose of
discussing real property offer to purchase, pursuant to RCW
42.30.110(c).
Mayor Lewis reconvened the regular meeting at 9:05 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 9:05 p.m.
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Peter B. Lewis, Mayor
Danielle Daskam, City Clerk
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Internet: http://www.ci.auburn.wa.us
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