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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-03-2005 CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES January 3,2005 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: Rich Wagner, Sue Singer, Gene Cerino, Nancy Backus, Bill Peloza, Roger Thordarson and Lynn Norman. Staff members present included Parks and Recreation Director Daryl Faber, Human Resources/Risk Management Director Brenda Heineman, Assistant Fire Chief Mike Gerber, Police Chief Jim Kelly, Police Sergeant William Pierson, Planning and Community Development Director Paul Krauss, Community Development Administrator David Osaki, Planner Aaron Nix, Planner Bill Mandeville, Public Works Director Dennis Dowdy, City Attorney Daniel B. Heid, Finance Director Shelley Coleman, Information Services Director Lorrie Rempher, and City Clerk Danielle Daskam. C. Announcements and Appointments 1. Announcements a) Medal of Distinction Award Mayor Lewis and Police Chief Kelly presented a Medal of Distinction Award to Police Officer Doug Faini. Chief Kelly reported that on October 28, 2004 Officer Faini responded to a vehicle accident in which the passenger suffered a deep neck laceration and was bleeding profusely. Medics were requested and Officer Faini treated the critical injuries sustained by the passenger pending the arrival of the medics. Page 1 City of Auburn Council Meetina Minutes January 3. 2005 Officer Faini's quick and effective response with lifesaving measures prevented the death of the victim, and the victim has since recovered from his injuries. Chief Kelly commended Officer Faini for his prompt action and his lifesaving efforts and his dedication to his profession and the City of Auburn. Chief Kelly advised that tonight's presentation is Officer Faini's third Medal of Distinction and is Auburn Police Department's highest decorated police officer for lifesaving efforts. 2. Appointments City Council to confirm the following Board and Commission appointments: Airport Advisory Board The reappointment of Rodger Campbell to a three-year term to expire on December 31, 2007. Arts Commission The reappointment of Patrick Gallagher to a three-year term to expire on December 31, 2007. The reappointment of Nancy Colson to a three-year term to expire on December 31, 2007. The reappointment of Pam L. Smith to a three-year term to expire on December 31, 2007. Cemetery Board The reappointment of Warren Olson to a three-year term to expire on December 31, 2007. Human Services Committee The reappointment of Suzanne Limric to a three-year term to expire on December 31, 2007. The reappointment of Michael Cummings to a three-year term to expire on December 31,2007. The reappointment of Jay Ostos to a three-year term to expire on December 31, 2007. Page 2 City of Auburn Council MeetinQ Minutes January 3. 2005 The reappointment of Barbara Derda to a three-year term to expire on December 31, 2007. Library Board The reappointment of Nancy Colson to a three-year term to expire on December 31, 2007. Planning Commission The reappointment of Joan Mason to a three-year term to expire on December 31, 2007. The reappointment of Renee Larsen to a three-year term to expire on December 31, 2007. Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember Wagner seconded to confirm the reappointments to Boards and Commissions. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. D. Agenda Modifications Agenda modifications included the distribution of a revised Resolution No. 3804, the addition of Resolution No. 3806 relating to surplus property, and the removal of surplus property from the Consent Agenda. II. CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE A. Public Hearings 1. Development Agreement with The Boeing Company A3.13.8 Pursuant to RCW 36.70B.170, the Boeing Company proposes to enter into a Development Agreement with the City of Auburn concerning the standards that will apply to future development proposals specifically relating to the methodology for calculating transportation impact fee credits and credit for existing storm water improvements. In addition, the agreement would vest certain existing development regulations. The term of the development agreement is for twenty years. Page 3 City of Auburn Council MeetinQ Minutes January 3. 2005 The subject property is located within portions of Sections 24 and 25, Township 21 North, Range 4 East, W.M. More specifically, the property is located between 15th Street SW and Ellingson Road and between 'C' Street SW and Perimeter Road (private) within the City of Auburn. Planning and Community Development Director Krauss presented the staff report. Director Krauss stated that staff members have worked with Boeing Fabrication Division for Boeing Commercial and Boeing Real Estate Group over the last year on a master development agreement for the Boeing property within the city limits of Auburn. The proposed agreement addresses certain aspects of development and redevelopment and provides a vesting strategy for traffic and storm drainage issues primarily. The agreement was reviewed by the Public Works and Planning and Community Development Committees. Mayor Lewis opened the public hearing. Shaunta Hyde, Local Government Relations Manager for The Boeing Company, PO Box 3707, Seattle Ms. Hyde spoke on behalf of The Boeing Company and expressed support for the development agreement between the City and The Boeing Company. She noted that the development agreement is a 20-year agreement that will vest existing development regulations on a five-year rolling basis. The agreement provides The Boeing Company with a predictable path for future redevelopment of their properties. Ms. Hyde thanked Planning and Public Works staff for their assistance during the development of the agreement and the Mayor and City Council for their support in the redevelopment of the Boeing property in Auburn. There being no further public testimony, Mayor Lewis closed the public hearing. Page 4 City of Auburn Council Meetina Minutes January 3. 2005 B. 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. C. Correspondence Mayor Lewis acknowledged a letter from Municipal Court Judge Burns relaying a news article about the unusual conduct of a City Council meeting that took place in a city in the State of California. 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 and approved surplus property and Resolution No. 3804 relating to an interlocal agreement for a joint fire investigation task force. The Committee also discussed proposed Ordinance No. 5882 relating to rental housing licensing, the shopping cart issue, and the solid waste service area exchange between Waste Management and Rabanco in annexed areas. The Committee also reviewed a matrix of Municipal Services Committee projects. The next regular meeting of the Municipal Services Committee is scheduled for Tuesday, January 18, 2004 at 4:30 p.m. B. Planning & Community Development Chair Singer reported the Planning and Community Development Committee did not meet on December 27, 2004. The next regular meeting of the Planning and Community Development Committee is scheduled for January 10, 2005 at 5:00 p.m. Upcoming agenda items include the multi-family/rental housing ordinance, signage for City buildings, and the critical areas ordinance. C. Public Works Chair Wagner reported the Public Works Committee has not met since the last Council meeting. The next regular meeting of the Public Works Committee is scheduled for January 10, 2005 at 3:30 p.m. D. Finance Chair Backus reported the Finance Committee met this evening at 6:30 p.m. The Committee discussed and approved consent items including claims and payroll vouchers, surplus property, and bad Page 5 City of Auburn Council MeetinQ Minutes January 3. 2005 debt write-off. The Committee also discussed a solid waste service area exchange between Waste Management and Rabanco in annexed areas effective January 1, 2005. The next regular meeting of the Finance Committee is scheduled for January 18, 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 Peloza reported on his attendance at a ribbon cutting ceremony for The Fiji Trader located at 2902 Auburn Way South. Mrs. Buna Williamson is the owner. Mayor Lewis commented that he has been working with Mrs. Buna Williamson on a potential sister city relationship between the City of Auburn and a city in Fiji. Councilmember Wagner reported that he would be attending the Cascade Water Alliance General Assembly meeting. Councilmember Peloza indicated he would be attending the Cascade Water Alliance meeting as well. 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 December 20, 2004 regular City Council meeting. 2. Minutes of the November 29, 2004 Committee of the Whole meeting. B. Vouchers F4.9.2,F4.9.5 1. Claims Claims check numbers 337085 through 337484 in the amount of $792,556.14 and wire transfers in the amount of $720,950.00 and dated January 3, 2005. 2. Payroll Page 6 City of Auburn Council MeetinQ Minutes January 3. 2005 Payroll check numbers 510814 to 510964 in the amount of $298,813.58 and electronic deposit transmissions in the amount of $938,375.44 for a grand total of $1 ,237,189.02 for the pay period covering December 16, 2004 to December 29, 2004. C. Bad Debt Write-off F4.12 City Council to write off bad debts in accordance with City policy in the total amount of $2,852.10. Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember Wagner seconded to approve the Consent Agenda. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS There was no unfinished business. VII. NEW BUSINESS There was no new business. VIII. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS A. Ordinances There was no ordinance for Council consideration. B. Resolutions 1. Resolution No. 3801 03.11.3 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing the Mayor to award Neighborhood Matching Grants for approved City programs Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember Norman seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3801. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. 2. Resolution No. 3803 A3.13.8 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute Page 7 City of Auburn Council MeetinQ Minutes January 3. 2005 a Development Agreement between the City of Auburn and the Boeing Company for future development and redevelopment projects Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember Norman seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3803. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. 3. Resolution No. 3804 02.3 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a contract with the City of Kent for the creation and operation of the South King County Fire Investigation Task Force Councilmember Cerino moved and Councilmember Peloza seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3804. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. 4. Resolution No. 3806 F4.6.1 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, declaring certain items of property as surplus and authorizing their disposal Councilmember Cerino moved and Councilmember Peloza seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3806. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. IX. MAYOR'S REPORT A. Executive Session Mayor Lewis recessed the meeting to executive session at 7:53 p.m. for approximately twenty-five minutes in order to discuss issues of property acquisition. Mayor Lewis reconvened the meeting at 8:20 p.m. Page 8 City of Auburn Council MeetinQ Minutes January 3. 2005 X. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m. ~ ÁJaS;;i< f1J~ 'oarnelle Daskam, City Clerk Peter B. Lewis, Mayor City Council agendas and minutes are available to the public at the City Clerk's Office, on the City website, and via e-mail. Complete agenda packets are available for review at the City Clerk's Office and at the Library. Internet: http://www.auburnwa.gov Page 9