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CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
August 7, 2006 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, Gene Cerino, Nancy Backus, Bill Peloza, Roger
Thordarson, and Lynn Norman. Councilmember Sue Singer was
excused.
Staff members present included: Information Services Director
Lorrie Rempher, Public Works Director Dennis Dowdy, Economic
Development Manager Dave Barron, Parks, Arts and Recreation
Director Daryl Faber, Chief of Public Safety Jim Kelly, Human
Resources and Risk Management Director Brenda Heineman,
Development Services Coordinator Steven Pilcher, City Attorney
Daniel B. Heid, Interim Planning, Building and Community Director
David Osaki, Finance Director Shelley Coleman, and Deputy City
Clerk Cathy Richardson.
C. Announcements and Appointments
1. Announcements
There were no announcements.
2. Appointments
There were no appointments for Council consideration.
D. Agenda Modifications
There was no agenda modification.
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II. CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE
A. Closed Record Hearing
1. Application No. V AR06-0002
A3.23.1
City Council to consider an appeal filed by Viktor Chekota on
the Hearing Examiner's decision to deny Viktor Chekota's
application for variance to allow an existing overheight fence
at 1540 23rd Street SE
Development Services Coordinator Steven Pilcher noted that
colored photographs of the applicant's property were distributed
prior to the Council meeting. Mr. Pilcher also distributed copies of
Mr. Chekota's Request for Reconsideration filed by the applicant to
the Hearing Examiner. The Hearing Examiner rejected the
Request for Reconsideration based on the grounds that it was not
submitted by the applicant within the allotted time frame.
Mr. Pilcher reported that the Auburn City Code was recently
amended to address issues regarding fence heights. The code
amendments provide that fence heights in front yard setbacks can
not exceed forty-two inches, while the fence height for the
remainder of the property, for a fence built on the property line, can
not exceed six feet in height. An exemption for front yard fence
height is provided for fencing that is decorative and open in nature,
such as wrought iron, to allow for fence height up to six feet. The
code amendment also redefined the front yard definition for corner
lot lines. The front yard lot line for a corner lot is that which most
clearly reflects the development pattern of the property. The
applicant's property fronts and is addressed on 23ra Street so 23rd
Street is considered to be the front yard, while R Street is
considered a side street side yard. Under the new code provisions,
a side yard fence is allowed up to six feet in height, however, the
code amendment also addresses sight distance issues. Mr. Pilcher
summarized that the applicant's front yard fence height is fifty-two
inches, the fence was constructed behind a tree on the corner of
23rd and R Street and a measurement has not been made on this
portion of the fence to determine whether there is a violation of the
sight distance requirements, and the fence at the driveway
entrance on R Street is six feet in height and does not meet the site
distance requirements.
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Mr. Pilcher explained that the applicant was advised by the City's
Code Enforcement Officer when the fence was under construction
that the fence was in violation of Auburn City Code. The applicant
disregarded the warning of the Code Compliance Officer and
completed construction of the fence. Subsequently, it became a
code violation case and the applicant applied for a variance. The
Hearing Examiner conducted a public hearing at which several
neighbors testified. The Hearing Examiner could not determine
that the criteria for granting a variance had been met by the
applicant, which was also consistent with the staff
recommendation, and denied the variance. The applicant then
applied for a Request for Reconsideration and sought to submit
additional photographs and information. As the Hearing Examiner
determined that the Request for Reconsideration was late in
submittal, he did not rule on whether the additional information was
admissible. Council has the option of upholding, modifying, or
remanding the Hearing Examiner's decision.
In response to questions from Mayor Lewis, Mr. Pilcher clarified
that the areas of the fence height in question are diagonal to R
Street and 23rd Street and a portion that is parallel to 23rd Street.
The portion that is parallel to 23rd Street is fifty-two inches in height,
which is ten inches over the allowable height and is a solid wood
fence. The fence height on R Street is seventy-five and one half
inches and extends to the driveway where it intersects the
sidewalk, creating site distance interference.
In response to questions from Councilmember Thordarson, Mr.
Pilcher explained that a front yard fence can exceed forty-two
inches in height if it is of open construction such as a rod iron
fence. The side yard fence can be seventy-two inches. The
applicant's side yard fence measures seventy-five and one half
inches. The City Code provides for a minor deviation of the fence
height by six percent.
In response to questions from Councilmember Cerino, Mr. Pilcher
reviewed prior and current code requirements related to front yard
fence heights and corner lot definitions.
Councilmember Cerino spoke regarding citizen concerns related to
sight distance hazards the fence height causes for bicyclists
traveling on R Street.
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Mr. Pilcher stated that any place there is an intersection of two
streets, a driveway, or an alley, the side street side yard fence
height must be reduced in order to maintain sight distance at
critical intersections.
In response to questions from Councilmember Peloza, Mr. Pilcher
explained that the fence on 23rd Street exceeds allowable front
yard height by ten inches and the side yard fence height is within
the height allowed by City Code, with the exception of that portion
intersecting the driveway.
Councilmember Peloza inquired regarding page six of the Hearing
Examiner's decision, items three and five relating to the fence
heights of neighboring properties, testimony given by the
applicant's neighbors at the public hearing before the Hearing
Examiner, and the notice of code violations by the City's Code
Enforcement Officer.
Mr. Pilcher explained that fence heights for neighboring properties
were in compliance with City Code. To the best of his recollection,
testimony of the applicant's neighbors at the public hearing before
the Hearing Examiner was in opposition to the height of the
applicant's fence. The applicant was advised by the City's Code
Compliance Officer that the fence was not in compliance with City
Code in November, 2005.
In response to questions from Councilmember Wagner, Mr. Pilcher
stated that five foot side yard setback requirements basically apply
to structures. The required set backs do not apply to fencing
constructed within the height limitations of the City Code. Fences
can be constructed right on the property lines, unless the fence
exceeds the allowable fence heights, in which case they must meet
the required setbacks or require an application for a Request for
Variance.
Councilmember Wagner referred to the second sentence on page
twelve of the Hearing Examiner's decision related to required set
backs.
Mr. Pilcher stated that the reference refers to fencing requirements
for subdivisions as opposed to individual lots. At the time the fence
was constructed by the applicant, R Street was defined as the front
yard. Subsequent code amendments define 23rd Street as the
applicant's front yard, but the fence exceeds allowable fence height
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requirements at the intersections of R Street and 23rd Street and
the driveway and 23rd Street.
In response to questions from Councilmember Thordarson
regarding the length of applicant's fencing on R Street that would
be required to be lowered to meet the sight distance requirements,
Mr. Pilcher stated that City Code states that the height restriction
would apply in a triangular area formed by a line extending twenty
feet along the right-of-way lines of the street and an alley or the
edge of a private driveway.
Councilmember Cerino confirmed that in order to comply with City
Code, the applicant must lower the side yard fence facing R Street
to forty-two inches for at least twenty feet from the driveway and
lower the front yard fence along 23rd Street by at least ten inches.
In response to questions from Councilmember Backus regarding
the height of the fence paralleling the applicant's driveway, Mr.
Pilcher stated that, to the best of his recollection, that portion of the
fence meets applicable code requirements.
Mayor Lewis opened the public hearing.
Eva Law, 1540 23rd Street SE, Auburn
Ms. Law stated that she is co-owner of the property and the wife of
Mr. Chekota. Ms. Law stated that they built their fence in an effort
to protect their privacy, dog, and property. Ms. Law expressed
concerns regarding the ability for dogs to jump over a forty-two inch
fence. Ms. Law referred to an incident involving a pit bull attack
occurring in Mountlake Terrace. Ms. Law stated that she works the
graveyard shift and spoke regarding increased traffic on R Street.
She stated that they constructed their fence to help reduce
disturbances caused by traffic noise and vehicle lights. Ms. Law
expressed concerns regarding lack of traffic control on R Street.
Ms. Law stated that they have owned other residences in Auburn
with similar fencing and that other residences in the City have the
same fence heights as the one constructed on their property on
23rd Street. Ms. Law stated that they don't agree that their Request
for Reconsideration was submitted late.
No one else requested to speak.
Mayor Lewis closed the public hearing.
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Jim Schack, 2820 "A' Street SE, Auburn
Mr. Schack spoke on behalf of the Utility Vault Company. Mr.
Schack spoke in opposition to the moratorium proposed under
Resolution No. 4067.
James Harrison, 307 "D' Street SE, Auburn
Mr. Harrison expressed concerns regarding the condition of "D'
Street SE. Mr. Harrison stated that "D' Street SE is in very poor
condition due to swales and cracks and water collects in the street
and floods his driveway. Mr. Harrison indicated that water damage
is causing his house to sink. Mr. Harrison referred to other streets
in the City which are being repaired. Mr. Harrison indicated that he
made efforts to initiate a Local Improvement District (LID) for street
repair and stated that he was led to believe that LID's were for new
construction only. Mr. Harrison contacted Public Works
Department staff for assistance and stated that he wants the street
repaired or an explanation regarding why it can not be fixed.
Public Works Director Dennis Dowdy stated that a City survey team
responded to Mr. Harrison's request. Staff is in the process of
plotting the data gathered by the survey team related to the low
points in the roadway. The data will determine what can be done
with regard to possibilities of fixing a portion of the street and
evaluating the storm drainage issues. The data must be plotted
prior to making any decisions.
Mayor Lewis assured Mr. Harrison that the Public Works
Department is working on his request. The processes and reviews
can be cumbersome, but staff is working on trying to develop a
solution to his problem.
Mayor Lewis stated that he believes 'D' Street SE is a concrete
street. The funds for resurfacing local streets come from a voter
approved initiative, the Save Our Streets (SOS) Program. Mayor
Lewis stressed that voters were aware that concrete streets would
be some of the last streets to be repaired as they take the most
time and effort and are the most costly.
Mayor Lewis directed Director Dowdy to provide Mr. Harrison with a
petition for an LID.
D. Correspondence
No correspondence was received for City Council review.
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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 contract administration items. The Committee also
discussed Ordinance Nos. 6038 and 6039, and Resolution Nos.
4069, 4070 and 4072, and received reports on bonding, Mountain
View Cemetery, and Auburn Municipal Golf Course. The next
regular meeting of the Municipal Services Committee is scheduled
for August 21,2006 at 5:00 p.m.
B. Planning & Community Development
Chair Norman reported that the Planning and Community
Development Committee met on July 24, 2006 at 5:00 p.m. The
Committee discussed and recommends approval of Ordinance
Nos. 6036 and 6037, and Resolution Nos. 4059 and 4066. The
Committee also received status reports on the wayfinding signage,
and Federal Way School District impact fees, and discussed "A'
Street SE between 6th and 1 ih Streets. The next regular meeting
of the Planning and Community Development Committee is
scheduled for August 14, 2006 at 5:00 p.m.
C. Public Works
Chair Wagner reported that the Public Works Committee met on
July 24, 2006 at 3:30 p.m. The Committee discussed and
recommends approval of contract administration items. The
Committee also discussed a Utility Extension Agreement between
Auburn and King County, the wayfinding signage project,
Ordinance Nos. 6036 and 6037, 2007-2012 Six-year
Transportation Improvement Plan, 'I' Street NE property transaction
with the Port of Seattle, and unbilled sewer and storm accounts in
the Lakeland Hills area. The next regular meeting of the Public
Works Committee is scheduled for August 14, 2006 at 3:30 p.m.
Mayor Lewis corrected earlier statements regarding audience
participation and pointed out that public comment will be allowed
prior to Council consideration of Resolution No. 4072.
Councilmember Peloza expressed concerns related to the City's
Save Our Streets Program. Councilmember Peloza spoke
regarding the Alaska pipeline problems and increased costs for oil
which could affect the City's SOS projects. Councilmember Peloza
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reviewed the Wesley Homes project on Lea Hill. The developer
plans on constructing a half street on 110th Avenue SE. The City
currently patched the other side of 11 oth Avenue SE, but an overlay
is not on the SOS schedule. Councilmember Peloza
recommended Council consider delaying the overlay on 116th
Avenue SE, which has been patched, and complete an overlay on
110th Avenue SE instead so that the whole street near Wesley
Homes will be new.
D. Finance
Chair Backus reported that the Finance Committee met this
evening at 6:30 p.m. The Committee discussed and recommends
approval of claims and payroll vouchers, Ordinance No. 6039, and
Resolution Nos. 4072 and 4073. The Committee also discussed
Resolution No. 4069, Public Works Agreement No. AG-C-225, Fire
Station 33 funding and alternatives within the RFSPA, contract
administration items for Project Nos. CP0617, C310AO, and
CP0327, and Resolution No. 4070. The next regular meeting of
the Finance Committee is scheduled for August 21, 2006 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 Wagner reported that he, Mayor Lewis, and Councilmember
Cerino have been meeting with representatives from the cities of Pacific and
Algona regarding a proposal for a Regional Fire Authority (RFA). This is a very
complicated proposal and everyone is working very hard to develop a proposal
that is equitable for citizens and businesses in time for a ballot measure this fall.
Councilmember Wagner also attended a Regional Access Mobility Partnership
(RAMP) meeting. Discussion included toll roads and the tremendous escalation
of costs for transportation projects. Councilmember Wagner also attended the
City of Auburn Committee of the Whole meeting.
Councilmember Backus reported that she attended the joint meeting with the
City of Sumner Mayor and Councilmembers to address issues of common
concerns for both cities. Councilmember Backus also reported that she attended
the City of Auburn Committee of the Whole meeting which included a
demonstration on the City's PhotoSafe cameras and a presentation from a
Buxton representative on the CommunitylD Project.
Councilmember Norman reported that she attended City of Auburn Committee of
the Whole meeting and joint meeting with the City of Sumner. Councilmember
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Norman commented on the valuable data and positive alliances that the joint
meetings with cities within our region provide. She also attended two meetings
of the 4Culture Arts Advisory Committee, a series of meetings with Green River
Community College (GRCC) on workforce trends to discuss how GRCC might
respond to those trends and the effects on the City, and an Auburn Symphony
event.
Councilmember Cerino reported that he attended the joint meeting with the City
of Sumner at which he had an opportunity to discuss and share information and
documentation on RFA's. The City of Sumner is also discussing the future
potential for joining the City of Auburn's RFA, if established. Councilmember
Cerino also attended the City of Auburn Committee of the Whole meeting, two
north-end neighborhood meetings, and represented the City at the concert and
movie in Sunset Park. The Sunset Park concert and movie event was
sponsored for by Pierce County and Pierce County Councilmember and Chair
Shawn Bunney was in attendance, which provided Councilmembers Cerino and
Thordarson an opportunity to discuss Stewart Road and the Pacific/Sumner Trail
Project.
Councilmember Thordarson reported that he attended the concert and movie at
Sunset Park and two concerts on the Commons at Green River Community
College.
Councilmember Peloza reported that he attended the Water Resource Inventory
Area (WRIA 9) meeting. Discussion included the Duwamish/Green River Eco
System Restoration projects such as the Fenster Levy Project and Olson Creek
Farm. A controversial issue still exists between some WRIA 9 groups and
mayors of Suburban Cities related to the King County Conservation District's
allocation of tax dollars for salmon recovery projects in our region.
Councilmember Peloza also attended a community briefing at Pacific Raceway
regarding their renovation plan, the joint meeting with the City of Sumner, and
the City of Auburn Committee of the Whole meeting. Councilmember Peloza
also participated in a Meet and Greet Program for the City of Auburn at the City
of Kent with our joint sister city of Tamba, Japan, the 2006 Muckleshoot Indian
Tribe Canoe Journey with other Rotarians, and greeted the Salmon Recovery
Funding Board Team at their site visit. The Team was evaluating four restoration
sites on the City's watershed and also the City's request for funding for salmon
restoration at Olson Creek.
Mayor Lewis reported on the joint meetings with cities of Sumner, Bonney Lake,
and Kent. Mayor Lewis noted that this is the first time that south end cities have
ever held joint Council meetings. Mayor Lewis pointed out the significant
benefits of these meetings. Mayor Lewis also attended six neighborhood
locations for National Night Out. Mayor Lewis urged citizens to participate in this
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wonderful event. Mayor Lewis also attended the 2006 Muckleshoot Indian Tribe
(MIT) Canoe journey, at which combining this event with the City's Clean Sweep
event was discussed. Mayor Lewis and City of Enumclaw Mayor John Wise
welcomed participants from all the Indian tribes in the Pacific Northwest and
attendees from throughout the region. Mayor Lewis reported on the many
service clubs who provided volunteers for this event. Mayor Lewis also noted
that he attended seventeen meetings outside the city limits in the last two weeks.
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 July 17, 2006 regular City Council
meeting.
2. Minutes of the July 25, 2006 special City Council
meeting.
B. Vouchers
F4.9.2, F4.9.5
1. Claims
Claims check numbers 354005 through 354512 in the
amount of $3,025,282.64 and a wire transfer in the amount
of $181 ,000.00 and dated August 7, 2006.
2. Payroll
Payroll check numbers 516705 to 516853 in the amount of
$320,652.15 and electronic deposit transmissions in the
amount of $1,146,347.58 for a grand total of $1,466,999.73
for the pay period covering August 13, 2006 to August 2,
2006.
C. Contract Administration
1. Public Works Agreement Number AG-C-225
A3.16.6
City Council approve Amendment #1 to Agreement No. AG-
C-225 between the City of Auburn and BCRA relating to
annual on-call for architectural services.
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2. Public Works Project Number C9056
04.6.3 PR C9056
City Council approve Change Order NO.6 in the amount of
$269,288.80 to Contract 05-06, Project No. C9056 with
Rodarte Construction for work on the Auburn Way South
Sanitary Sewer Replacement Project, Phase I.
3. Public Works Project Number CP0632
04.9.1 CP0632
City Council approve award of Contract 06-12, Project No.
CP0632, 2006 citywide Asphalt Overlays, Local Streets, to
Woodworth & Company, Inc. on their low bid of
$848,730.00.
4. Public Works Project Number CP0612
04.9.1 CP0612
City Council approve award of Small Works Contract 06-13,
Project No. CP0612, 15th Street SW Pavement Preservation,
to Doolittle Construction LLC on their low bid of $178,000
including Washington State sales tax.
5. Project Number CP0617
04.4.10
City Council grant permission to advertise for bids for Project
No. CP0617, Mountain View Cemetery Mausoleum Building.
6. Project Number C310AO
05.1.2
City Council grant permission to advertise for bids for Project
No. C310AO, Veterans Memorial Park Building
7. Project Number CP0327
04.4.7
City Council grant permission to advertise for bids for Project
No. CP0327, Auburn Golf Course Clubhouse.
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to approve the consent agenda.
Councilmember Peloza expressed his pleasure in granting
permission to advertise for bids for the Auburn Golf Course
Clubhouse project.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
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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. 6036
03.4.2.1.2, 03.4.1.1
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, amending Sections 18.06.010, 18.48.100,
18.50.050, and 18.45.040 of the Auburn City Code and
creating new Sections 18.04.235, 18.04.425, 18.04.525,
18.04.595 and 18.04.892 of the Auburn City Code, and a
new Chapter 18.33 of the Auburn City Code, relating to the
Environmental Park District
Councilmember Norman moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 6036.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
2. Ordinance No. 6037
03.4.2.1.2, 03.4.1.1
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, changing the zoning of properties from the M1
"Light Industrial District" and R2 "Single Family Residential
District" to the EP "Environmental Park District" and
amending the City's Zoning Maps accordingly
Councilmember Norman moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 6037.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
3. Ordinance No. 6039
F2.2
An Ordinance of the City of Auburn, Washington, relating to
contracting indebtedness; providing for the issuance of
$3,275,000 par value of Limited Tax General Obligation
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Bonds, Series 2006A of the City for general City purposes to
provide funds with which to make cemetery improvements,
certain other improvements to an existing public golf course
and the related facilities, and to pay the costs of issuance of
the series 2006A bonds; providing for the issuance of
$1,885,000 par value of limited tax general obligation bonds,
series 2006T (Taxable) of the City for general City purposes
to provide funds with which to develop a restaurant and
related facilities at the golf course clubhouse and to pay the
costs of issuance of the Series 2006 T (Taxable) bonds;
fixing the date, form, maturities, interest rates, terms and
covenants of the bonds; establishing bond accounts and
project funds related to each series of bonds; [providing for
the purchase of bond insurance;] and approving the sale
and providing for the deliver of the bonds to Seattle-
Northwest Securities Corporation of Seattle, Washington
Councilmember Backus moved and Councilmember
Norman seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No.
6039.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
B. Resolutions
1. Resolution No. 4059
A3.13.20, 03.1 ANX04-0002
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
a fourth amendment to the Lakeland Annexation and Utilities
Agreement between the City and Evergreen Tucci Partners,
LLC., to apply all provisions of the agreement to lands
added to the original Lakeland Hills Planned Unit
Development
Councilmember Norman moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4059.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
2. Resolution No. 4066
A3.13.8
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
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an Outside Utility Extension Process Agreement between
the City of Auburn, King County, and Lisa L. and Steven G.
Foley
Councilmember Norman moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4066.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
3. Resolution No. 4067
03.4.2.1.2
a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, modifying the Moratorium established by
Resolution No. 4046, so that it applies to the filing of
applications for licenses, permits and approvals for
commercial and industrial land uses in certain areas of the
City of Auburn zoned M1 (Light Industrial) and M2 (Heavy
Industrial) along or near the east side of the A Street SE
corridor
Councilmember Norman moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4067.
In response to questions from Councilmembers Backus and
Cerino regarding the non-conforming use provisions of the
Auburn City Code, Interim Planning, Building and
Community Director David Osaki stated that non-residential
uses that are non-conforming can expand up to 25% of the
use or the structure, subject to a Hearing Examiner public
hearing and approval by the Hearing Examiner. Expansion
can occur incrementally as long as it does not exceed 25%
over the lifetime of the non-conforming use.
Councilmember Wagner commented on the improvements
to the moratorium since it was last presented to Council.
Councilmember Wagner stated that, although he plans to
vote in favor of Resolution No. 4067, he thinks this is a poor
moratorium as it affects two good businesses in the area.
Councilmember Backus concurred with Councilmember
Wagner and expressed her desire for resolution to the
situation in the A Street area and her regrets to Utility Vault
Company for the imposition of the moratorium.
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MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
Mayor Lewis commented that staff will be moving forward to
work towards a solution related to the moratorium area and
invited citizens and those affected by the moratorium to
attend meetings and participate in the process.
4. Resolution No. 4070
A3.13.8, F4.3
A Resolution of the City of Auburn, Washington providing for
amendment to the City of Auburn Fee Schedule relating to
implementation of Three Party Outside Utility Extension
Agreements
Councilmember Norman moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4070.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
5. Resolution No. 4072
A1.2
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, stating the City Council's support for King
County's "Transit Now" initiative
Mayor Lewis offered an opportunity for the public to speak
regarding Resolution No. 4072.
No one requested to speak.
Councilmember Backus moved and Councilmember
Thordarson seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4072.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
6. Resolution No. 4073
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
a contract with Buxton Company for services related to the
CommunitylD Project
Councilmember Backus moved and Councilmember
Norman seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4073.
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MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
IX. MAYOR'S REPORT
A. Executive Session
Mayor Lewis recessed the meeting at 8:55 p.m. for a five minute
intermission and then to executive session for approximately thirty
minutes for the purpose of discussing property acquisition and
liquidation.
Mayor Lewis reconvened the meeting at 9: 13 p.m.
City Attorney Heid read the following resolution title:
Resolution No. 4071
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
authorizing the Mayor to negotiate and execute a Contract with Ken
Nelson for the purchase of property at 122 South Division Street in
Auburn, Washington
Councilmember Backus moved and Councilmember Norman
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4071.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
X. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting
adjourned at 9:14 p.m.
APPROVED THE J-J? DAY OF AUGUST 2006.
.~
. Lewis, Mayor
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