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CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 20, 2004 7:30 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER
A. 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.
B. Roll Call
Mayor Lewis and the following Councilmembers were present: Sue
Singer, Gene Cerino, Nancy Backus, Roger Thordarson, Bill
Peloza, and Lynn Norman. Council member Rich Wagner was
excused.
Staff member present included: Traffic Engineer Laura Philpot,
Public Works Director Dennis Dowdy, Information Services Director
Lorrie Rempher, Planning and Community Development Director
Paul Krauss, Parks and Recreation Director Daryl Faber, Fire Chief
Russ Vandver, Assistant Police Chief Bob Lee, Finance Director
Shelley Coleman, Human Resources/Risk Management Director
Brenda Heineman, Planner Bill Mandeville, Fire Battalion Chief
Dan Bosch, Fire Captain Pete Connell, Firefighter Gary Barker, and
Deputy City Clerk Cathy Richardson.
C. Announcements and Appointments
1. Announcements
a) Proclamation - Day of Concern for the Hungry
Mayor Lewis read and presented a proclamation
declaring September 25, 2004 as "Day of Concern for
the Hungry" in the City of Auburn. Mr. Jack Laverty of
the Auburn Food Bank and Food Bank Board
Members Bill Kyle and Tony Ladner were in
attendance to receive the Mayor's proclamation.
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Mayor Lewis commended the efforts and dedication
of those individuals involved in the Auburn Food Bank
Mr. Laverty expressed his gratitude for City of Auburn
support of the Auburn Food Bank.
Mr. Kyle commended the generous contributions and
support of the Auburn Food Bank by the Auburn
community. Mr. Kyle invited interest parties to attend
the annual breakfast fundraiser on November 5, 2004
at the Grace Community Church.
Mayor Lewis urged citizens to participate in the food
drive this weekend and to support the Auburn Food
Bank throughout the year.
b) Proclamation - Constitution Week
Mayor Lewis read and presented a proclamation
declaring the week of September 17 - 23, 2004 as
"Constitution Week" in the City of Auburn. Ms. Gayle
Butcher, representing the Daughters of the American
Revolution, was in attendance to receive the Mayor's
proclamation.
On behalf of the Lakota Chapter of the Daughters of
the American Revolution, Ms Butcher thanked Mayor
Lewis and Councilmembers for their support of
"Constitution Week".
c) Hometown Hero
Mayor Lewis presented Auburn's Hometown Hero
award to Nancy Colson.
Mayor Lewis enumerated Ms. Colson's many
contributions and commended her long-term
dedication and commitment to the Auburn
community.
Ms. Colson was joined by her husband John, mother
Florence Ballard, daughter Stephanie, son John,
daughter-in-law Susan, grandchildren Stevie and
Casey, and many friends and co-workers.
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Ms. Colson thanked Mayor Lewis and
Councilmembers for the honor of being chosen
Hometown Hero and thanked family members for
their contributions and support of her endeavors.
Ms. Colson attributed her humor, patience, and
compassionate spirit to her younger sister who died at
age 37 in 1984.
2. Appointments
City Council to confirm the following Board and Commission
appointments:
a) Arts Commission
The appointment of Linda Elliott to fill an unexpired
term that will expire December 31,2005.
Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember
Cerino seconded to confirm the appointment of Linda
Elliott to the Arts Commission.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
b) Park and Recreation Board
The appointment of Arlene Grover to fill an unexpired
term that will expire December 31,2006.
Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember
Cerino seconded to confirm the appointment of
Arlene Grover to the Park and Recreation Board.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
D. Agenda Modifications
Agenda modifications include transmission of Resolution No. 3736
under Item VIII.B.1 of these minutes and reordering remaining
resolutions.
II. CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE
A. Public Hearings
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1. 2005 Preliminary Budget
F3.19
All persons interested are encouraged to participate in this
public hearing by making comments, proposals, and
suggestions for the City Council and Mayor to consider prior
to adoption of the City of Auburn 2005 Budget.
Director Coleman presented a Power Point presentation on
the 2004-2005 General Fund and reviewed various revenue
sources including property, sales, utility, admission and
gambling taxes, fees for licenses, permits and fines, and
intergovernmental funds.
Director Coleman explained that property tax is calculated at
the levy rate of $2.76 and is based on an estimated increase
of assessed valuation of 6%. In the event the Save Our
Streets program measure passes in November, the levy rate
will be held to the 2004 level of $2.88.
Director Coleman stated that the short-term forecast predicts
that taxable retail sales are growing at a rate greater than
inflation, employment and income are stabilizing, the overall
economic environment is stable compared to previous years,
and a stable economic growth is anticipated.
Mayor Lewis opened the public hearing.
No one in the audience requested to speak.
Mayor Lewis closed the public hearing.
2. 2005-2010 Six Year Transportation Improvement
Program
04.9.3
State law requires the City of Auburn to annually prepare
and adopt a comprehensive transportation improvement
program for each ensuing six calendar years. Prior to
adoption of a six year transportation program a public
hearing is held to review the work accomplished under each
Six Year Transportation Improvement Program for the
purpose of determining current city street needs, and to
adopt a revised and extended comprehensive transportation
improvement program.
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Traffic Engineer Laura Philpot explained the Six-year
Transportation Plan is required to be consistent with the
City's Comprehensive Plan.
Ms. Philpot displayed a map highlighting various projects
which are divided among six categories including roadway
improvements, intersection improvements, non-motorized
improvements, studies related to needs assessment and
feasibility costs, annual level of effort projects, and projects
that are sponsored by others.
Mayor Lewis opened the public hearing.
Russ Jones, 11018 SE 322"d Street, Auburn
Mr. Jones spoke on behalf of the Zion Lutheran Church
located at 1705 13th Street SE, Auburn. Mr. Jones
expressed concerns regarding the re-alignment of the
intersection located at "M" Street SE and Auburn Way
South. The revision particularly impacts the church.
Vandalism and other property damages have occurred since
the re-alignment. Mr. Jones also inquired regarding real
estate negotiations for property near the church location.
Mr. Jones urged Council to pressure Washington State for
funding for this intersection and also requested additional
clarifying signage at the intersection.
Mayor Lewis requested that Assistant Police Chief Bob Lee
provide statistics related to accidents occurring at the
intersection located at "M" Street SE and Auburn Way South
for the last two years. Mayor Lewis explained that the
federal grant for improvements to that intersection have not
yet been approved by congress.
Mayor Lewis closed the public hearing.
See Item VIII.B.3 of these minutes for further action on the
Transportation Improvement Program.
3. Consolidated Plan
03.4.1.7
City Council to conduct a public hearing on amendments to
the City of Auburn Consolidated Plan for Housing and
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Community Development and 2005 Community
Development Block Grant Action Plan
Planner Bill Mandeville stated that the Consolidated Plan
serves as the grant application for the Department of
Housing and Urban Development's Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) program for planning and
funding recommendations for human services, housing
repair, neighborhood revitalization, and capital
improvements.
Mr. Mandeville explained that significant differences in the
2005-2008 plan from previous years include a five-year
rather than four-year time period, award of non-capital
improvement grants for two years beginning in 2005, and it
presents a plan for neighborhood revitalization. The
proposed Consolidated Plan includes the recommendations
of the Human Services Committee. The Committee
considered sixty-two grant applications from forty-:five
applicants. Due to budget limitations, the Committee was
able to award only half of the grant requests for human
services. Mr. Mandeville recapped the Human Services
Committee recommendations.
Mayor Lewis opened the public hearing.
Kathleen Southwick, 1515 Dexter Avenue North, Seattle
Ms. Southwick stated that she is the Executive Director of
the Crisis Clinic. Ms. Southwick reported on the function of
the Crisis Clinic and services provided to Auburn residents.
Ms. Southwick urged Councilmember to reconsider the
Human Services Committee recommendation related to the
amount of funding provided to the Crisis Clinic.
Jim Blanchard, 2635 Forest Ridge Drive, Auburn
Mr. Blanchard spoke on behalf of Auburn Youth Resources
(A YR). Mr. Blanchard thanked Mayor Lewis,
Councilmembers, and the Human Services Committee for
their support and urged collaborative efforts between
governmental and non-profit agencies. Mr. Blanchard spoke
of a dramatic shift in diversity within the City of Auburn and
urged Councilmembers to support youth programs.
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Mark Okazaki, 905 Spruce Street, Seattle
Mr. Okazaki stated that he is Executive Director of
Neighborhood House. Mr. Okazaki thanked Mayor Lewis
and Councilmembers for support of the youth tutoring center
in Auburn. Mr. Okazaki introduced students Natalia Bave
and Vickie Agapa and expressed appreciation of funding
provided by the Comprehensive Plan. Mr. Okazaki urged
Councilmembers to support more youth educational
programs.
Ms. Bave and Ms Agapa spoke regarding the many benefits
provided by the youth tutoring center in Auburn and urged
Councilmember support of Neighborhood House.
Bill Kvle, 2001 19th Drive NE, Auburn
Mr. Kyle stated that he is a member of the Human Services
Committee. Mr. Kyle stated that the Committee received a
record number of grant requests this year. Committee
members spend countless hours reviewing grant requests to
determine how to best allocate available funds. Mr. Kyle
commended Committee members for their efforts relating to
grant applications.
Josh Gerstwin, 25318 182"d Avenue SE, Covington
Mr. Gerstwin spoke on behalf of Green River Community
College (GRCC) and thanked Mayor Lewis and
Councilmembers for their support of the Small Business
Assistance Center (SBAC) in Auburn. Mr. Gerstwin
extended an open invitation to interested parties to tour the
GRCC/SBAC facility.
Mayor Lewis closed the public hearing.
Mayor Lewis reviewed grants allocated by the Human
Services Committee. Mayor Lewis commended Committee
members for their dedication and hard work and noted that
determining allocation of grant funds is very difficult.
B. Audience Participation
This is the place on the agenda where the public is invited to speak
to the City Council on any issue.
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Jeffrev Oliphant, 3700 Beecher Road, Bellingham
Mr. Oliphant stated that he is President of Auburn on Main LLC.
Mr. Oliphant reported that completion of the Auburn Justice Center
(AJC) is expected in approximately six weeks and it should be
operable by November 15, 2004. Final tenant improvements are
underway in addition to installation of sophisticated electronics and
completion of the parking lots. Mr. Oliphant invited interested
parties to tour a completed courtroom prior to occupation by court
staff.
Mr. Oliphant also spoke on behalf of Auburn Market Place
Investors, developers of the Lowe's Home Improvement
Warehouse in north Auburn. Mr. Oliphant noted that they have
signed a contract with Applebee's Neighborhood Bar & Grill
(Applebee's) and anticipate beginning construction in the very near
future.
Councilmember Backus thanked Mr. Oliphant for his efforts related
to Applebee's and expressed her pleasure relating to the addition
of this restaurant to the Auburn community.
Mr. Oliphant thanked staff members for their tremendous support
and commended them for their responsiveness.
Mayor Lewis and Councilmember Cerino also thanked Mr. Oliphant
for his efforts related to securing the addition of Applebee's in the
Auburn area.
Pete Connell, 2801 108th Street Court SE, Sumner
Mr. Connell stated that he is Vice President of the International
Association of Fire Fighters' Local #1352. On behalf of the
Association, Mr. Connell thanked Union Board members, Fire Chief
Russ Vandver, Acting Assistant Fire Chief Mike Gerber, Human
Resources/Risk Management Director Brenda Heineman and
Employee Relations and Compensation Manager John Fletcher for
their efforts related to settling the 2005-2007 contract. Mr. Connell
commended those involved for the speed with which the contract
was approved and spoke regarding the improved relationship
between administration and the union.
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Gary Barker, 6356 S Highland Dr, Bonney Lake
Mr. Barker stated that he is a board member of the International
Association of Fire Fighters' Local #1352 and concurred with Mr.
Connell's statements. Mr. Barker expressed his appreciation for
the speed with which the contract was negotiated and approved.
Frances Moses, 1025 "I" Street NE, Auburn
Ms. Moses expressed concerns related to the deterioration of the
traffic flow in Auburn, individuals running red lights during
commuting hours or failing to come to a complete stop when
turning right on a red light, and bicyclist riding at night or not
observing traffic laws.
Ms. Moses also spoke in opposition to rezoning of single parcels in
residential neighborhoods.
Councilmember Cerino reported that additional funds were recently
allocated for additional police officers to administer traffic
enforcement.
C. Correspondence
No correspondence was received.
III. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
A3.7.6
A. Municipal Services
Chair Cerino reported that the Municipal Services Committee met
this evening at 5:00. The Committee discussed and recommends
approval of Ordinance No. 5870 and Resolution No. 3736. The
Committee also reviewed proposed cemetery and golf fees, the
public safety building, and the motorized scooter ordinance. The
next regular meeting of the Municipal Services Committee is
scheduled for October 4, 2004 at 5:00 p.m.
B. Planning & Community Development
Chair Singer reported that the Planning & Community Development
Committee met September 13, 2004 at 5:30 p.m. The Committee
discussed the Comprehensive Plan, zoning along "A" Street SE
and in the Terminal Park area, Parks & Recreation Department
Master Plan, and off street parking. The next regular meeting of
the Planning & Community Development Committee is scheduled
September 27, 2004 at 5:30 p.m.
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C. Public Works
Vice Chair Thordarson reported that the Public Works Committee
met on September 13, 2004 at 5:30 p.m. The Committee
discussed contract administration items, the Cingular Wireless
franchise, channelization of "I" Street, a mid-block cross walk with a
safety island for 3rd Street near the post office, the Transportation
Plan, designs to improve the aesthetics of the Riverwalk storm
retainage basin, stormwater rates, and the Pavement Preservation
Arterial Plan. The next regular meeting of the Public Works
Committee is scheduled for September 27, 2004 at 5:30 p.m.
D. Finance
Chair Backus reported that the Finance Committee met this
evening at 6:30. The Committee discussed and recommends
approval of claims and payroll vouchers, Ordinance No. 5870, and
Resolution Nos. 3736, 3764 and 3765. The next regular meeting of
the Finance Committee is scheduled for November 4, 2004 at 6:30
p.m.
IV. COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS
At this time Councilmembers may report on items not specifically
described on the agenda, which are of interest to the community.
Councilmember Singer reported that she and Councilmember Thordarson
met with members of the Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce, Post
Office representatives, and Senator Pam Roach regarding re-establishing
a bulk mailing center in Auburn. She and other Councilmembers were
also guests of Seattle City Council and received a tour of the new Seattle
City Hall.
Councilmember Backus reported that she hosted a neighborhood meeting
in her neighborhood. Forty-five neighbors attended, together with Mayor
Lewis, Police Commander Will Lathrop, City Attorney Daniel B. Heid, and
Transportation Planner Joe Welsh. Councilmember Backus urged
citizens experiencing problems in their neighborhoods to host a
neighborhood meeting, as they are very effective.
Councilmember Peloza reported he attended a King County Regional
Water Quality meeting and discussed the Brightwater Treatment Plant.
Councilmember Peloza requested that King County representatives visit
south county jurisdictions to provide information related to the Brightwater
Treatment Plant. Councilmember Peloza also attended a joint Water
Resource Inventory Area 9 (WRIA 9) meeting with WRIA 8 to share
strategies.
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V. 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
1. Minutes of the September 7,2004 regular City Council
meeting.
2. Minutes of the September 13, 2004 special City Council
meeting.
B. Vouchers
F4.9.2,F4.9.5
1. . Claims
Claims check numbers 334241 through 334629 in the
amount of $2,366,681.81 and dated September 20,2004.
2. Payroll
Payroll check numbers 509633 to 509809 in the amount of
$671,250.43 and electronic deposit transmissions in the
amount of $936,989.68 for a grand total of $1 ,608,240.11 for
the pay period covering September 2, 2004 to September
15, 2004.
C. Contract Administration
1. Public Works Project Number C326A
04.9.1 C326A
City Council to authorize the Mayor to award Contract 04-17,
Project No. C326A, C Street SW Roadway Improvements -
Contract A, to the lowest responsible bidder.
D. Call for Public Hearing
1. Cingular Wireless Franchise
A3.14
City Council to call for a public hearing to be held on October
4, 2004 at 7:30 p.m. on an application from Cingular
Wireless for a franchise agreement for the attachment,
installation, and maintenance of wireless
telecommunications facilities in, on, upon, along and/or
across certain public ways within the City, and to install a
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limited number of wireless communications antennas in a
small number of diverse locations in the public way.
Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to approve the consent agenda.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no unfinished business.
VII. NEW BUSINESS
There was no new business.
VIII. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
A. Ordinances
1. Ordinance No. 5869
03.10.1 CUP04-0005
An Ordinance of the City of Auburn, King County,
Washington, approving the issuance of a conditional use
permit to allow recreational vehicle sales to locate in a
portion of an existing building
Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember Norman
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 5869.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
2. Ordinance No. 5870
A4.5.2
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, amending Sections 2.03.040, 2.63.110,
2.63.113, 2.63.180 and 2.63.190 of the Auburn City Code,
and repealing Sections 2.63.111 and 2.63.112 of the Auburn
City Code relating to appointed official leaves
Councilmember Backus moved and Councilmember
Norman seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No.
5870.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
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B. Resolutions
1. Resolution No. 3736
01.7
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, approving the Interlocal Agreements between
King County cities and Yakima County, Washington, for jail
administration and services
Councilmember Cerino moved and Councilmember Peloza
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3736.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
2. Resolution No. 3759
04.4.2
A Resolution of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing
the Mayor and City Clerk of the City of Auburn, to execute
an agreement with Catalyst Travel to act as travel agent for
the City's Senior Center Program
Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember Norman
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3759.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
3. Resolution No. 3762
04.9.3
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, adopting the 2005-2010 Six Year
Transportation Improvement Program of the City of Auburn
pursuant to R.C.W. Chapter 35.77 of the laws of the State of
Washington
Councilmember Cerino moved and Councilmember
Thordarson seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3762.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
4. Resolution No. 3764
A2.1.2
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
agreements with Springbrook Software, Inc.
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Councilmember Backus moved and Councilmember
Norman seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3764.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
5. Resolution No. 3765
A3.9.7
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, approving the Collective Bargaining Agreement
between the City and the International Association of Fire
Fighters' Local #1352 for 2005-2007
Councilmember Backus moved and Councilmember
Norman seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3765.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
IX. MAYOR'S REPORT
A. Executive Session
Mayor Lewis adjourned the meeting to executive session at 9:12
p.m. for approximately thirty minutes to discuss personnel matters
and potential litigation.
At 9:45 p.m. Mayor Lewis announced that executive session would
continue for an additional ten minutes.
Mayor Lewis reconvened the regular meeting at 9:55 p.m.
X. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting
adjourned at 9:55 p.m.
APPROVEDTHE Lj'!:!1 DAY OF OCTOBER, 2004.
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Peter B. Lewis, Mayor
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