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Home My WebLink About01-18-2005 CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES January 18, 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: Human Resourcl3s/Risk Management Director Brenda Heineman, Police Chief Jim Kelly, Parks Planning and Development Manager Dan Scamporlina, Public Works Director Dennis Dowdy, Planning and Community Development Director Paul Krauss, Information Services Director Lorrie Rempher, Auburn Municipal Court Judge Patrick Burns, Finance Director Shelley Coleman, City Attorney Daniel B. Heid, Transportation Planner Joe Welsh, Fire Marshall Dave Smith, Fire Chief Russ Vandver, Community Development Administrator David Osaki, and City Clerk Danielle Daskam. C. Announcements and Appointments 1. Announcements a) Auburn Municipal Court Report The Honorable Pat Burns, Auburn Municipal Court Judge, reported on the activities of the Auburn Municipal Court. Judge Burns commented on the new Auburn ,Justice Center and commended Mayor Lewis and Page 1 -1 -.- -- City of Auburn Council Meetina Minutes Januarv 18. 2005 Councilmembers for their commitment to the betterment of the Auburn community. Judge Burns spoke regarding 2004 Court revenues, collection of fines, case filings, hearings and trials, and the continued focus on alternatives to incarceration including day detention, trEiatment release, electronic home monitoring, and the DUI Victim Panel. These programs have been very successful and cost effective. Additional treatment options, including the Intense Supervision Program and the DUI Education Program, are slated to become fully operational in 2005. Judge Burns reviewed inequities relat,ed to Washington state processes pertaining to municipal, county, and superior courts, The state çollects approximately fifty percent of revenues received by the courts. The state's judiciary is seeking legislation in the upcoming legislative session to address this issue. Judge Burns invited Mayor Lewis, Councilmembers, and interested citizens to visit the Auburn Justice Center and view court functions. Mayor Lewis commended Judge Burns and his staff regarding the implementation and great success of the alternatives to incarceration programs. Councilmember Wagner commended Judge Burns on the effective and innovative sentencing programs. In response to questions from CouncilmEimbers Wagner and Peloza, Judge Burns responded that the second courtroom is currently op1erating approximately one day per week with a Jud¡¡e Pro Tem. He does not anticipate an additional need for a Judge Pro Tem during the year 2005. The Wednesday court calendar provides an interesting day to view court proceedings as in-custody hEiarings are held via the cable television system for incarcerees held in the Auburn Detention Facility, Page 2 '" r"- Citv of Auburn Council Meetinll Minutes Januarv 18. 2005 Mayor Lewis commended implementation of the various incarceration programs. the innovative alternatives to Councilmember Backus thanked Judge Burns for his assistance related to organization of a field trip for Washington Elementary School first graders and their teachers for a tour of the Auburn Justice CentEtr. b) Proclamation - "Capricorn Hall of Fame" Councilmember Peloza read a proclamation on behalf of the City Council, designating January 19, :W05 as a time to honor Mayor Lewis on his birthday and inducting him into the "Capricorn Hall of FamE!". The "Capricorn Hall of Fame" includes individuals having a birthday within the boundaries of the Capricorn moon, Councilmember Peloza invited CouncilmE!mbers, staff, and attendees to join in singing the Happy Birthday song to Mayor Lewis. 2. Appointments City Council confirmed the following appointments: a) Airport Advisory Committee The appointment of Mike Morrisette to a thrøe-year term to expire on December 31, 2007. Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember Wagner seconded to confirm the appointment of Mike Morrisette to the Airport Advisory Committee. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. b) Park and Recreation Board The reappointment of Chris Burton to a thme-year term to expire on December 31, 2007. Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember Wagner seconded to confirm the reappointment of Chris Burton to the Park and Recreation Board. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. Page 3 - T-- City of Auburn Council Meetlnll Minutes Januarv 18. 2005 D. Agenda Modifications Agenda modifications included the addition of the bid award for Project No. C423A as part of the Consent Agenda, and the addition of Resolution No. 3808. II. CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE A. Public Hearings No public hearing was scheduled for this evening. B. Audience Participation This is the place on the agenda where the public is invited to speak to the City Council on any issue. Adam Bradlev. Law Firm of Buck & Gordon, 2025 1st Avenue, Seattle, WA Mr. Bradley stated spoke on behalf of the Law Firm of lBuck & Gordon, which represents Fremantle Development. FrE!mantle Development is the applicant for a water/sewer availability certificate under Resolution No. 3811 on this evening's Cilgenda. Mr. Bradley reported that the application was previously considered and failed by the City Council on December 20, 2004. Resolution No. 3811 reflects changes related to a street extension and emergency access and now meets all the applicable Auburn City Code requirements. Mr, Bradley spoke in favor of and urged Council support of Resolution No. 3811. Larrv Bekka, 30505 322nd Place SE, Auburn, WA Mr. Bekka spoke regarding Resolution No. 3811 and expressed concerns related to the half street, which dead-ends at his property and does not align with 121s1 Avenue. Mr. Bekka also expressed concern related to the standards of the development. Mr. Bekka spoke in opposition to Resolution No. 3811. C. Correspondence 1. Letter dated January 4,2005 from Dennis E. Johnson of Johnson Contractors, Inc. regarding the Hazell View application for sewer/water certificate. III. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS A3,7.6 Page 4 City of Auburn Council Meetinll Minutes Januarv 18. :2005 A. Municipal Services Chair Cerino reported that the Municipal Services Committee met this evening at 4:30, The Committee discussed and recommends approval of Ordinance No. 5882, and Resolution Nos, 3807, 3809, and 3810. The Committee also received a presentation by Julie Molen on Auburn Family Week. Chair Cerino gave a progress report on shopping cart issues, and the Committee recE!ived a report from Fire Chief Russ Vandver on the ambulance service contract and the regional fire service agreements. The next regular meeting of the Municipal Services Committee is scheduled for February 7,2005 at 5:00 p.m. B. Planning & Community Development Chair Singer reported that the Planning and Community Development Committee met January 10, 2005 at 5:00 p.m. The Committee discussed Resolution Nos. 3805, 3811, and 3812. The Committee also received a report on Auburn Family WeE!k, and discussed the "I" Street project, King County pilot project related to adoption of Auburn development standards in potential annexation areas, and the critical areas ordinance, The next regular meeting of the Planning and Community Development Committee is scheduled for January 24, 2005 at 5:00 p.m. C. Public Works Chair Wagner reported that the Public Works Committee met on January 10, 2005 at 3:30 p.m. The Committee discussl3d and recommends approval of contract administration related to the solid waste hauling contract. The Committee also discussed Resolution No. 3811, the critical areas ordinance, Northeast Auburn/J Street project, Lakehaven Utility Districtinterlocal sewer service agreement, and Academy Drive geotechnical study. The next regular meeting of the Public Works Committee is scheduled for January 24, 2005 at 3:30 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, and contract administration relating to the Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce, The Committee also discussed Resolution Nos. 3809 and 3810, and biennial budget processes. The next regular meeting of the Finance Committee is scheduled for February 7,2005 at 6:30 p.m. Page 5 Cltv of Auburn Council Meetinll Minutes Januarv 18,2005 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 on the program for the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee. Councilmember Norman reported that she attended an Economic Strategy meeting at which attendees strategized relating to appropriate development in and future visions for the City of Auburn. Councilmember Norman reported that she also met with the Rio Verde Kiwanis Club regarding economic development. Councilmember Norman urged individuals interested in providing public comment related to economic development within the City of Aubum to contact the Mayor's office. Councilmember Cerino reported that he met with the managers of three large grocery chains in the Auburn area to discuss possible solutions related to the proposed grocery cart ordinance. Over the last twel years, the Albertson and Top Food chains combined have had to replace approximately 350 grocery carts. Most of the grocery carts end up on city streets, which are then picked up by City staff, transported to thø City's Maintenance and Operations facility, and stored for pick up by the appropriate stores. Councilmember Backus reported that she attended the Annual Stake Conference hosted by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. The focus of the conference was on family commitment. Councilmember Peloza reported that he attended a Salmon RE!COvery seminar in conjunction with a Water Resource Inventory Area (WRIA9) meeting to discuss local regulations and fiscal responsibilities of the federal govemment. Councilmember Peloza also attended a Suburban Cities Association meeting, King County Redistricting Committee meeting at which he provided testimony related to District 7, White River Valley Museum "Dressing Up" opening exhibit, Regional Water Quality Committee meeting to discuss inflow and infiltration issues, Metl'Clpolitan Solid Waste Advisory Committee which is an advisory body to King County Council, and a WRIA9 management meeting to discuss the 2005 budget. Councilmember Wagner reported that he attended the Steering Committee meeting for the proposed community center and community campus at Les Gove Park. The committee is receiving treml3ndous cooperation from the stakeholders involved in this project. Page 6 City of Auburn Council Meetinll Minutes Januarv 18,2005 Councilmember Wagner noted the dire need for a full planning effort on the Les Gove Campus study, Councilmember Wagner commended efforts by Parks and Recreation Director Daryl Faber and Parks Planning and Development Manager Dan Scamporlina related to Les Gove Park development. Mayor Lewis reported that he met with Pierce County Councilnnember Shawn Bunney, and met with various editorial boards to discuss priority issues related to the upcoming legislative session. He also attended a King County Redistricting meeting, a meeting with church organizations to discuss ideas and programs for feeding the hungry, the Governor's Inaugural Ball, Economic Business Forum, meeting with Auburn Councilmembers related to downtown lighting, and Suburban Cities Association meeting. Mayor Lewis noted that on January 29, 2005 there will be a benefit pancake breakfast held at the Auburn Senior Center to raise funds and offer support for the family for Raynia, a 1 O-year old Gildo Rey Elementary School student who has been battling lung cancer. Mayor Lewis urged community participation in the fundraisl3r and commended the community spirit of the citizens of Auburn. V. CONSENT AGENDA All matters listed on the Consent Agenda are considered by the City Council to be routine and wi/! be enacted by one motion in the form listed. A. Minutes 1. Minutes of the January 3, 2005 regular City C:ouncil meeting. B. Vouchers F4.9.2,F4.9.5 1. Claims Claims check numbers 337485 through 337761 in the amount of $1,271,215.49 and claim check numbers :337762 through 337885 in the amount of $2,397,224.68 dated January 18, 2005. 2. Payroll Payroll check numbers 510965 to 511175 in the amount of $687,904.64 and electronic deposit transmissions in the amount of $930,110,00 for a grand total of $1,618,014.64 for the pay period covering December 30, 2004 to January 12, 2005. Page 7 Citv of Auburn Council Meetina Minutes Januarv 18, :W05 C. Contract Administration 1. Agreement for Consulting Services A3.8.23, A3.16.11 City Council to approve an Agreement for Consulting Services between the City and the Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce 2. Agreement with Waste Management National Services, Inc. 04.7.9 City Council to approve an agreement with Waste Management National Services, Inc. to dispose of decant facility solid waste. 3. Public Works Project Number C423A 04.4.1 City Council to award Contract Number 09-29, Project Number C423A, City Hall Improvements, to Lincoln Construction on their low bid of $147,570.00 plus Washington State sales tax of $12,986.16 for a total c:ontract price of $160,556.16. Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember Wagner seconded to approve the Consent Agenda. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS There were no items under this section for Council consideration. VII. NEW BUSINESS There was no new business for Council consideration. VIII. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS A. Ordinances 1. Ordinance No. 5882 01.8,07.1 An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of J\ubum, Washington, amending Chapter 5.22 of the Auburn City Page 8 Citv of Auburn Council Meetlna Minutes Januarv 18.2005 Code, and providing for residential housing business license and crime free strategies and fees Council member Cerino moved and Councilmember Peloza seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 5882:. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. 2. Ordinance No. 5892 03.10.1 CUP04-0008 An Ordinance of the City of Auburn, King County, Washington, approving a conditional use permit (CUP) to allow an automobile wrecking and salvage operation to locate within a building in an M-2 Heavy Industrial Zone Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember Norman seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 5892.. Councilmember Peloza stated that he made a site visit to the property in question and noted that the property appeared very clean excluding approximately twelve feet covered with plywood on the west side of the building. Councilmember Peloza spoke in favor of Ordinance No. 5892. In response to questions from Councilmember Thordarson related to disposal of wastes and contaminates, Director Krauss stated that the conditions require that wastes be disposed of properly, but do not state the method for disposal. Conditions also required improvements to the site and installation of specific equipment to insure that the building meets all required building codes and that fluids do not drain into sanitary sewer or storm systems. MOTION CARRIED. 6-1. Councilmember Thordarson voted no. B. Resolutions 1. Resolution No. 3802 04.4.2 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute Page 9 City of Auburn Council Meetinll Minutes Januarv 18.2005 an agreement with Bonnie Tours to act as travel a¡ent for the City's Senior Center Program Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember Norman seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3802. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0, 2. Resolution No. 3805 03.4.1 A Resolution of the City of Auburn, Washington, adopting County-wide Planning Policies for Pierce County, Washington and proposed amendments to the County-wide Planning Policies Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember Norman seconded to adopt Resolution No, 3805. Councilmember Cerino spoke regarding the process, time, and the numerous entities involved regarding Resolution No. 3805. Councilmember Cerino noted that Auburn is one of the first Pierce County cities to authorize the County-wide Planning Policies. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. 3. Resolution No. 3807 03.4.1.21,04.7.3 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of .l\ubum, Washington, authorizing the Mayor to execute a Seattle- King County Department of Public Health Memorandum of Understanding on the Local Hazardous Waste Mana!ement Program for 2005 activities Councilmember Cerino moved and Councilmember Peloza seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3807. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. 4. Resolution No. 3808 03.10.15 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, establishing a moratorium on acceptance of applications for licenses, permits and approvals relslting to Page 1 0 City of Auburn Council Meetinll Minutes Januarv 18, :2005 transitory accommodations, and establishing a work plan for review and development of ordinances and regulations relating to land uses for transitory accommodations, for an initial period of one year Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember Norman seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3808. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. (Action on Item VIII.BA took place after Item VI/I'.B.8 of these minutes.) 5. Resolution No. 3809 A3.13,4,01,2 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Aubum, Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to E!Xecute a contract with Auburn Regional Medical Center, Inc. for sale of property and development of a parking facility Councilmember Cerino moved and Councilmember Peloza seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3809. Councilmember Cerino expressed a desire for City involvement and input related to the design and construction of the proposed parking facility. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. 6. Resolution No. 3810 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. 3810. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. 7. Resolution No. 3811 A3.13.8 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Aubum, Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute Page 11 City of Auburn Council Meetinll Minutes Januarv 18. 2005 a Development Agreement between the City of AublJrn and Fremantle Development for development of water and sewer services for property located at SE 3051h Place north of 122nd Avenue SE Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember Norman seconded to adopt Resolution No, 3811. Councilmember Singer commended Auburn citizens for their public testimony related to Resolution No, 3811 and encouraged them to continue their involvement at the King County level regarding this development. Councilmember Cerino noted that, as the property is located in unincorporated King County, Council is constrained by legal restraints that must be adhered to. Councilmember Backus concurred with comments made by Councilmembers Singer and Cerino, Councilmember Peloza thanked Aubum citizens for their public testimony and thanked staff members fOil' their assistance related to Resolution No. 3811. Councilmember Wagner spoke in opposition to Resolution No. 3811. MOTION CARRIED. 4-3. Councilmembers Wagner, Cerino, and Norman voted no. 8. Resolution No. 3812 05.1.3 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, approving the recommended 2005 -- 2006 public art project locations Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember NlJrman seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3812. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. IX. MAYOR'S REPORT Page 12 Citv of Auburn Council Meetinll Minutes Januarv 18, 2005 A. Executive Session No executive session was held. X. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting adjourned at 8:38 p.m. APPROVED THE (~ DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2005 ,~ .~I\ .../? n (\ E..7 ~ t}..~W~~ Cathy Ri~ardson, Deputy City Clerk 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. Intemet: http://www.auburnwa.gov Page 13 " ------'-".,._.__.__._._---,~