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I. CALL TO ORDER.
CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
MARCH 19, 2007 7:30 PM
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 in
attendance: Rich Wagner, Sue Singer, Gene Cerino, Roger
Thordarson, and Bill Peloza. Councilmembers Nancy Backus and
Lynn Norman were excused.
Staff members present included: City Attorney Daniel B. Heid,
Planning, Building and Community Director Michael Davolio,
Information Services Director Lorrie Rempher, Public Works
Director Dennis Dowdy, Parks, Arts and Recreation Director Daryl
Faber, Engineering Aide Megan Robel, Traffic Engineer Laura
Philpot, Human Resources and Risk Management Director Brenda
Heineman, Finance Director Shelley Coleman, Senior Planner Jeff
Dixon, and Deputy City Clerk Cathy Richardson.
C. Announcements and Appointments
1. Announcements
a) Proclamation - "National Day of Prayer"
Mayor Lewis proclaimed May 3, 2007 as "National
Day of Prayer" in the city of Auburn.
Mayor Lewis read and presented the proclamation to
Marge and Darrel Gordon.
Ms. Gordon thanked Mayor Lewis and accepted the
proclamation on behalf of the citizens of Auburn and
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as the Auburn representative of the National Day of
Prayer Task Force. Ms. Gordon indicated that she
will forward the proclamation to President Bush on
behalf of the City of Auburn. Ms. Gordon invited the
citizens of Auburn to attend a concert of prayer in the
City Hall plaza on May 3, 2007.
2. Appointments
There were no appointments for Council consideration.
D. Agenda Modifications
There was no agenda modification.
II. CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE
A. Public Hearings
1. Vacation Application Number V-03-05
03.9 V-03-05
City Council to conduct a hearing on a petition for vacation
of a portion of 26th Street NE east of I Street NE in the city of
Auburn.
Traffic Engineer Laura Philpot stated that Valley Cities Counseling
and Consultation (Valley Cities) petitioned the City for vacation of a
portion of 26th Street NE east of I Street NE. Ms. Philpot displayed
a map and reviewed the area requested for vacation, which is
currently a gravel roadway. Ms. Philpot explained that 26th Street
NE extends from Auburn Way North to Brannon Park. Cascade
Middle School is located southeast of the area requested for
vacation. The applicant owns parcels south and north of the area.
Ms. Philpot displayed a King County Assessor's map depicting
public right-of-way, the applicant's property, and 26th Street NE.
Staff recommends that Council deny the request for vacation of
26th Street NE. The right-of-way carries approximately 350
vehicles per day including solid waste and emergency response
vehicles. There is also a significant amount of pedestrian traffic,
many of which use the right-of-way for access to Cascade Middle
School and Brannon Park. The right-of-way contains existing water
and cable utilities with installation of storm and sewer utilities
planned in the future. The Solid Waste Division has expressed
concerns as they use 26th Street NE to serve the neighborhood
east of I Street. The Auburn School District has signed a petition in
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support of the vacation if pedestrian access is maintained on 26t"
Street NE as the area is within the Cascade Middle School safe
walking route. If the vacation is denied and Valley Cities moves
forward with their planned development, they would be required
under City Code to construct the half street frontage improvements
on 26t" Street NE to a local street standard. If the vacation is
granted, staff requests utility easements be reserved for public and
private utilities, construction of a pedestrian walkway across the
private property including an easement for public use, and
installation of all signage, barricades, and curbing, etc., to
segregate the right-of-way to be maintained from the vacated area.
City Council has the ability to request payment of up to 50% of the
value of the vacated area, which is $19,899.00.
In response to questions from Councilmember Peloza, Ms. Philpot
stated that the half street requirement would be part of the
development if the vacation is denied. If the vacation is approved,
vehicles would have to travel around the area to get back out to I
Street. Staff requests that, if Council approves the vacation, the
walkway be extended approximately 300 feet through the
applicant's property from I Street to 26t" Street NE. Ms. Philpot
reviewed alternative access routes in the event the vacation
request is approved.
Councilmember Cerino clarified alternative access routes and
noted that it is a considerable distance to go around Cascade
Middle School.
Ms. Philpot noted that fire and police staff expressed concerns
regarding increased response time to the area if the vacation is
approved.
Councilmember Wagner reported that the alternative route for
emergency vehicles would be approximately one-half mile and, at
30 miles per hour, would add approximately one additional minute
to the response time.
Faith Richie, Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation
2704 I Street NE, Auburn
Ms. Richie stated that she is Chief Executive Officer for Valley
Cities. Ms. Richie referred to the display map presented by Ms.
Philpot and clarified property owned by Valley Cities. Ms. Richie
expressed Valley Cities' interest in creating a campus and further
improving the neighborhood. Valley Cities has already done a fair
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amount of improvement to the area by creating an attractive, well
established building. Creating a campus is a very important issue
for Valley Cities as well as creating a pedestrian and bike path for
students attending Cascade Middle School and residents in the
neighborhood. Ms. Richie distributed additional correspondence
from Auburn School District regarding satisfaction of their concerns
related to pedestrian access and safety on 26t" Street NE.
Neil Eugenio, Keimig Associates Architects, 216 A Street NW,
Auburn
Mr. Eugenio referred to the display map presented by Ms. Philpot
and spoke regarding the design of the existing sidewalk and
proposed joining of new sidewalk in the event the vacation is
approved. Mr. Eugenio also spoke regarding pedestrian access,
bus routes, and emergency access. Valley Cities desires to create
a contiguous and continuous campus and thus is asking the City of
Auburn to vacate that portion of 26t" Street NE. Mr. Eugenio
expressed Valley Cities' willingness to work with the City of Auburn
and the Auburn School District in an effort to create a safe
pedestrian pathway for children to walk, including light standards.
Faith Richie, 2401 I Street NE, Auburn
Ms. Richie pointed out that Valley Cities is willing to grant the City
of Auburn an easement for utilities and requests that the City waive
any costs associated with the vacation.
Councilmember Singer requested clarification regarding the volume
of traffic traveling that portion of 26t" Street NE and when the traffic
count was performed.
Ms. Philpot stated that in 2001 or 2002, that portion of roadway
was cleaned up and opened. Street Department staff spent a great
deal of time removing garbage and debris. At that time, it was
decided to remove the blackberry bushes and barriers, place gravel
down, and open the right-of-way. The last vehicle count of 350
was performed in December 2006.
Councilmember Cerino related information regarding the initial
opening of that portion of 26t" Street NE. Councilmember Cerino
indicated that he would only consider voting in favor of the vacation
if 24t" Street NE was opened on the south side of Cascade Middle
School play fields as there are concrete abutments already there.
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In response to questions from Councilmember Wagner, Ms. Richie
stated that Valley Cities is considering a mixture of programs and
conceptual ideas which are grant funding dependent, including
offices, programs, and housing. Ms. Richie referred to the display
map pointing out a single family home. Valley Cities is currently
using the single family home to provide housing services for a
homeless family. Ms. Richie expressed concerns for pedestrian
safety and indicated that Valley Cities would like to create a walking
campus. The gravel portion of 26t" Street NE is in poor condition.
Mayor Lewis opened the public hearing at 7:58.
Frederick Mounce, 991 26t" Street NE, Auburn
Mr. Mounce stated that he is the manager of Auburn North
Townhomes. Mr. Mounce stated that Auburn North Townhomes
encompasses the area on I Street NE next to Valley Cities. Mr.
Mounce spoke regarding the gravel portion of 26t" Street NE and
indicated that the road receives improper maintenance and is very
dark. Three of his tenants have received injuries due to the poor
condition of the road. Mr. Mounce stated that the road is heavily
used due to the location to the ballfields and expressed concerns
regarding speeding vehicles causing flying debris and rocks, and
dust. Mr. Mounce indicated that he calls the City frequently to
request repairs to the road and requested that the City grant the
vacation request or make improvements to 26t" Street NE.
Alan Keimig, Keimig Associates Architects, 216 A Street NW,
Auburn
Mr. Keimig stated that before 26t" Street NE was opened up
vehicles used alternative routes either east of Cascade Middle
School or 28t" Street NE to Brannon Park. There are other roads
which are capable of handling traffic volumes referred to by Ms.
Philpot.
Frederick Mounce, 991 26t" Street NE, Auburn
Mr. Mounce pointed out that signage is posted on 26t" Street NE
which prohibits use by large vehicles, such as Waste Management
vehicles.
No one else requested to speak.
Mayor Lewis closed the public hearing at 8:05.
2. Vacation Application Number V-04-06
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03.9 V-04-06
City Council to conduct a hearing on a petition for vacation
of 41St Street SE between Oravetz Road and Kennedy
Avenue SE in the city of Auburn.
Ms. Philpot reported that Builder of Dreams has petitioned the City
to vacate 41St Street SE between Oravetz Road and Kennedy
Avenue SE. Ms. Philpot displayed a topographical map and
reviewed the area requested to be vacated, which is east of
Oravetz Road and west of Kennedy Avenue. The area is very
steep and the City has no plans to build a road through the area.
The only utilities located within the right-of-way are Puget Sound
Energy (PSE). Staff recommends approval of the vacation request
with conditions that the City maintain an easement for PSE and a
twenty foot easement for future utilities. Staff also recommends
Council consider compensation from the applicant of 50% of the
roadway value, which is approximately $994.00.
In response to questions from Councilmember Wagner, Ms. Philpot
indicated that Kennedy Avenue SE is a City right-of-way and
clarified the area of Kennedy Avenue SE on the topographical map.
The entire length of 41St Street SE does not actually exist. When
the old Oravetz Road was vacated, the middle portion of 41St Street
SE was also vacated. There is a remnant of 41St Street SE on
either side. The petitioner is requesting vacation of those areas.
Mayor Lewis opened the public hearing at 8:07.
Jason Cole, 1411 64th Street SE, Auburn
Mr. Cole spoke on behalf of himself and his brother-in-law and
stated that he is the property owner and is building a personal
residence on one of the lots related to the vacation request. Mr.
Cole thanked Councilmembers for considering their petition for
vacation of 41St Street SE.
Mr. Cole referred to the display map and stated that Kennedy
Avenue SE is currently used for access by two existing homes
which were built in the late 1960's or early 1970's. There is a
mirrored sign which enables them to see around the corner for
safety purposes. Mr. Cole indicated that they intend to continue to
allow the existing residents to use that portion of Kennedy Avenue
SE for access to their property. The purpose of the vacation
request is to enable the property owner to obtain a lot line
adjustment so as to build a single family residence on one of the
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lots. Mr. Cole spoke regarding future development of Kennedy
Avenue SE and their willingness to assist the City in the event
Kennedy Avenue SE is extended.
Councilmember Singer inquired regarding access to the proposed
single family residence.
Mr. Cole indicated that there are currently two single family
residences being constructed which are owned by other members
of his family. He has the ability to create access through property
owned by relatives or from Kennedy Avenue SE.
Councilmember Wagner inquired regarding legal access to the two
existing private homes which have access through Mr. Cole's
property.
Mr. Cole stated that access for those property owners may fall
under eminent domain, as they have used the access for such a
long period. Mr. Cole indicated that he is not opposed to continued
access through his property, but would prefer to have their access
safety improved. He has been in contact with those property
owners who indicated their approval to his plans to build a single
family residence.
Councilmember Cerino inquired if it would be possible to complete
Kennedy Avenue SE to provide access for the existing single family
residences.
Ms. Philpot stated that access from Kennedy Avenue SE has not
been fully researched or addressed. Access could be possible, but
the steepness of the area would create grade issues and
challenges.
No one else requested to speak.
Mayor Lewis closed the public hearing at 8:14.
B. Audience Participation
This is the place on the agenda where the public is invited to speak
to the City Council on any issue. Those wishing to speak are
reminded to sign in on the form provided.
No one requested to speak.
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C. Correspondence
There was no correspondence
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 Auburn Golf Course Clubhouse contract administration.
The Committee also received reports on solid waste governance
and address corrections in Lakeland Hills and discussed a two year
extension letter for the solid waste collection contract with Waste
Management. The Committee also received updates on the
wireless project, cable video franchising bills, animal control
enforcement, the Municipal Services matrix, and Fire Station 33.
The Committee also received a report on a change in emphasis to
a problem oriented police strategy to neighborhood policing. The
next regular meeting of the Municipal Services Committee is
scheduled for April 2, 2007 at 5:00 p.m.
B. Planning & Community Development
Committee Member Wagner reported that the Planning and
Community Development Committee met March 12, 2007 at 5:00
p.m. The Committee discussed and recommends approval
contract administration items. The Committee also discussed a
code enforcement abatement issue, the ACAP lease agreement,
wayfinding signage, wetland mitigation in relation to land value,
Auburn North Business Area Plan, Neighborhood Grant Program,
State Route 18 signage, trails, pros and cons of the urban center
designation. The next regular meeting of the Planning and
Community Development Committee is scheduled for March 26,
2007 at 5:00 p.m.
C. Public Works
Chair Wagner reported that the Public Works Committee met
March 12, 2007 at 2:30 p.m. The Committee discussed and
recommends approval of contract administration items and
Ordinance No. 6085. The Committee also discussed aRight-of-
way Use permit for Auburn High School, Ordinance Nos. 6084 and
6086, and 4th Street Sewer extension, and received an update on
the 2007 Drainage Comprehensive Plan. The next regular meeting
of the Public Works Committee is scheduled for March 26, 2007 at
2:30 p.m.
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D. Finance
Vice Chair Thordarson reported that the Finance Committee met
this evening at 5:30. The Committee discussed and recommends
approval of claims and payroll vouchers, Ordinance No. 6086 and
Resolution No. 4162. The Committee also discussed the ACAP
lease agreement and Auburn Golf Course Clubhouse contract
administration, and received an update on animal control and
rescue options. The next regular meeting of the Finance
Committee is scheduled for April 2, 2007 at 6:30 p.m.
IV. REPORTS
At this time Councilmembers and the Mayor may report on items not
specifically described on the agenda, which are of interest to the
community.
A. From the Council
Mayor Pro Tem Singer reported that, on behalf of Mayor Lewis and the
Auburn City Council, she attended the DARE graduation at Gildo Rey
Elementary School. She was also on the Selection Committee for the
Auburn Tourism Board to select a vendor to prepare the Auburn Tourism
and Visitor Map. She attended a meeting of the Lion's Club at which Fort
Lewis Brigadier General William Troy spoke. She and Mayor Lewis met
with Seattle Times executives to discuss providing better media coverage
for the south sound and Auburn area. Mayor Pro Tem Singer participated
in a bus tour in Snohomish County with Prosperity Partnership which is
part of the economic arm of the Puget Sound Regional Council. The bus
tour consisted of a field trip with civic and business leaders to promote
regionalism and look at world class assets located in the Puget Sound
region. The group will tour one county every quarter this year. Mayor Pro
Tem Singer also attended the Sons of Italy meeting and installation of
officers and the Northwest Regional Stacking Competition hosted by
Auburn High School and was the keynote speaker at the Auburn Area
Chamber of Commerce meeting to discuss tourism.
Mayor Lewis pointed out that the stacking competition began in the City of
Auburn and is now a worldwide competition.
Councilmember Wagner reported that he was part of a delegation that
went to Washington DC to lobby for freight related grants from the federal
government sponsored by the Freight Mobility and Strategic Investment
Board (FMSIB). Councilmember Wagner attended specifically to lobby for
the M Street underpass and also to become more aware of freight related
projects and statewide operations that FMSIB plans on supporting. The M
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Street underpass project will be in jeopardy if the City does not receive
$2,000,000.00 for engineering for the project.
Councilmember Thordarson reported that he and Councilmember Cerino
attended the monthly forum at Auburn Senior Center. Each month, two
Councilmembers or a Councilmember and Mayor Lewis attend the forum
to discuss any concerns or issue of interest with Auburn's senior citizens.
Transportation issues and bus services were popular topics of discussion
this month. He and Councilmember Peloza attended the National League
of Cities Congress of Cities in Washington DC. They attended various
seminars, met with legislators, and networked with their peers.
Councilmember Thordarson also attended the ACAP Fundraising
Breakfast.
Councilmember Peloza reported that he attended a Metropolitan Solid
Waste Management Advisory Committee meeting to discuss illegal
dumping in King County. He also attended the National League of Cities
Congress of Cities in Washington DC. Councilmember Peloza is on the
Energy, Environment and Natural Resources Committee, which reviews
and studies local issues such as water infrastructure, storm water and
impervious surface problems, wetland and environmental opportunities,
and promotes regional planning for water resources. Councilmember
Peloza also attended the ACAP and Young Life Child Services fundraiser
at Grace Community Church.
B. From the Mayor
Mayor Lewis reported that he attended Lakeland Hills DARE Graduation
and also the Boundary Review Board meeting regarding the annexation of
Lea Hill. Mayor Lewis stated that the City of Auburn is often asked why it
supports the annexation of the Lea Hill area. There are ongoing concerns
about large populations moving into the Lea Hill area which would use
City .streets to come into Auburn. Annexing Lea Hill will provide an
opportunity for the City of Auburn to control growth in that area. Mayor
Lewis also attended a Chief Executive Officers Networking Luncheon with
members of the Suburban Cities Association to discuss ongoing problems
and issues in the Puget Sound area. Mayor Lewis reported on the new
Police Citizens Academy class which began last week, a visit to a fifth
grade class at Terminal Park Elementary School, and the Lions Club
meeting at which Fort Lewis Brigadier General William Troy spoke. Mayor
Lewis also attended a community meeting in the Lakeland area regarding
addressing issues, the Economic Development District Board meeting,
ACAP Fundraising Breakfast, and Auburn Family Week at the Performing
Arts Center.
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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 March 5, 2007 regular City Council
meeting.
B. Vouchers
F4.9.2, F4.9.5
1. Claims
Claims check numbers 360508 through 360889 in the
amount of $2,365,352.61 and a wire transfer in the amount
of $508,254.82 and dated March 19, 2007.
2. Payroll
Payroll check numbers 518873 to 518980 in the amount of
$593,967.81 and electronic deposit transmissions in the
amount of $944,258.11 for a grand total of $1,538,225.92 for
the pay period covering March 1, 2007 to March 14, 2007.
C. Contract Administration
1. Public Works Project Number CP0630
04.12.1 CP0630
City Council award Contract 06-24, Project No. CP0630,
2006/2007 Citywide Sidewalk Improvements, to Construct
Company, LLC on their low bid of $419,250.00.
2. Public Works Project Number CP0637
04.9.1 CP0637
City Council award Small Works Contract 06-26, Project No.
CP0637, 2006 Traffic Safety Improvements/Luminaire
Repair-Replacement Project, to Transtech Electric Inc. on
their low bid of $196.145.00.
3. Consultant Agreement Number AG-C-292
A3.16.9, 04.9.1 CP0701
City Council grant permission to enter into Consultant
Agreement No. AG-C-292 with INCA .Engineers, Inc., for
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Engineering Services on Project No. CP0701, 8th Street NE
and R Street NE Signal.
4. Finance Department Project Number C327A0
04.4.7 PR C327A0
City Council approve Change Orders No. 1 and No. 2 in the
amount of $454,395.00 for Contract 06-21 with Briere &
Associates for work on the Auburn Golf Course Clubhouse,
Project No. C327A0
Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember Wagner
seconded to approve the consent items.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
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. 6080
03.10.1 CUP06-0004
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, approving a conditional use permit to allow a
one-lane drive through bank within a C2, Central Business
District Commercial Zone at 206 A Street SE, Auburn,
Washington
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 6080.
Councilmember Singer inquired if the plans for the drive
through bank are consistent with the new Downtown Design
Standards and proposed Downtown Sidewalk Design
Standards.
Director Davolio reported that the drive through facility only
required a conditional use permit because it was reviewed
and acted upon under the previous zoning. Under the new
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Downtown Center zoning, that type of drive through facility is
a permitted use. The design, in general, is better than the
original proposal as it is more pedestrian friendly. Typically,
with a drive through facility the main concerns are that there
are adequate provisions with regard to pedestrian safety and
issues regarding litter and trash. Such is not the case with
this particular facility as the drive through is separated from
the building itself and is in a position that allows for better
pedestrian safety.
Mayor Pro Tem Singer expressed concerns that the design
of the building and the design of the sidewalk does not
match the new Downtown Design Standards.
Director Davolio stated that the Committee has not yet
adopted new Sidewalk Design Standards. The building
design is compatible with the new Downtown Design
Standards. The purpose for adopting the project under the
old standards is because the new standards require much
greater lot coverage. In terms of the building itself, staff is
very pleased with the design of the building facade and, as it
is a corner lot, staff requested and the applicant agreed to
place the front door at corner. The building design is very
architecturally pleasing.
Mayor Pro Tem Singer inquired if Council could place
conditions for use of the new sidewalk standards, once they
are adopted, on the Conditional Use permit.
Director Davolio indicated .that they can not require
standards that have not yet been adopted.
City Attorney Heid stated that there are specific timetables
for processing land use matters that the City must adhere to
and expressed concerns about delaying action on the
Conditional Ue permit based on standards that have not yet
been adopted.
Director Davolio suggested that staff could request that the
applicant utilize the new Sidewalk Design Standards, once
they have been adopted, for sidewalk that is being replaced.
Councilmember Cerino clarified for the audience that
Council is concerned about the style, not the shape, of the
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sidewalk design. Council is currently developing uniform
surface standards that will help to alleviate the current
amount of maintenance required and eliminate the
accumulation of clutter and debris.
Councilmember Wagner inquired regarding placement of the
lighting within the radius between A Street and 2"d Street
and also if the radius would accommodate buses.
Senior Planner Jeff Dixon stated that the site plan shows an
existing traffic signal pole. Mr. Dixon was not sure if street
lighting would be included on that pole. The sufficiency of
the radius with regard to accommodating buses has been
reviewed by the Traffic Division.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
Councilmember Thordarson commended staff for their
presentation of this item.
2. Ordinance No. 6081
03.9 V-04-06
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, approving the vacation of 41St Street SE
between Oravetz Road and Kennedy Avenue SE within the
city of Auburn, Washington
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember
Thordarson seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No.
6081.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
3. Ordinance No. 6085
03.9, F4.3
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, amending Chapter 12.48 of the Auburn City
Code relating to street (right-of-way) vacations
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember
Thordarson seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No.
6085.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
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4. Ordinance No. 6086
F3.21
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, amending Ordinance No. 6066, the 2007-2008
Biennial Budget ordinance and authorizing amendment to
the City of Auburn 2007-2008 Biennial Budget as set forth in
Schedule "A"
Councilmember Thordarson moved and Councilmember
Cerino seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No.
6086.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
B. Resolutions
1. Resolution No. 4162
A2.1.2
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
an agreement with Springbrook Software, Inc for the
purpose of purchasing software for an online payment
service
Councilmember Thordarson moved and Councilmember
Cerino seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4162.
At the request of Mayor Pro Tem Singer, Director Coleman
indicated that the online services should be operable by
August 1, 2007.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
2. Resolution No. 4169
03.9 V-03-05
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, regarding Vacation Application Number V-03-
05, apetition for vacation of a portion of 26t" Street NE east
of I Street NE within the City of Auburn, Washington
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember
Thordarson seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4169.
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Councilmember Cerino indicated that Council understood
that 24t" Street NE would be completed and paved when the
developer continued the apartment project located south of
the gravel area of 24t" Street NE and inquired when the
gravel portion of 24t" Street NE would be completed.
Councilmember Cerino indicated that he would be in favor of
Resolution No. 4169 if 24t" Street NE was a paved, through
street.
Director Dowdy stated that the issues regarding 24t" Street
NE occurred several years ago and he is not aware that the
developer has moved forward with that project.
Councilmember Cerino referred to City requirements
regarding construction of half street improvements when
projects are developed and stated that there are ten to
fifteen units of apartments which are accessed only by the
gravel portion of 24t" Street NE. Councilmember Cerino
inquired if the City has any processes in place for requiring
half street improvement when structures are already in
place.
Director Dowdy stated that staff would have to research the
issue and it is very possible that the area referred to by
Councilmember Cerino is private and may not have been
dedicated as public right-of-way.
Councilmember Thordarson stated that he will vote in favor
of Resolution No. 4169. Councilmember Thordarson
expressed concerns due to safety issues for students
traveling to Cascade Middle School and young people using
the area for access to Brannon Park. Councilmember
Thordarson believes that the school and park would be
better served if 26t" Street NE was a dead-end street.
Councilmember Peloza expressed concerns about the
gravel portion of 26t" Street NE and inquired if it could be
required that the developer improve the whole street.
Director Dowdy reported that, if the vacation is not approved
and the developer develops the parcel on the south and
north sides, the half street ordinance would require that the
developer extend 26t" Street NE to I Street NE to City
standards.
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Councilmember Cerino moved and Councilmember Peloza
seconded to table Resolution No. 4169 until April 2, 2007.
MOTION CARRIED. 4-1.
Mayor Pro Tem Singer voted no.
Mayor Lewis recessed the meeting to executive session at 9:00 for
approximately fifteen minutes in order to discuss property
acquisition and sale.
Mayor Lewis extended executive session for approximately ten
minutes at 9:15 p.m.
Mayor Lewis reconvened the meeting at 9:19 p.m.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting
adjourned at 9:19 p.m.
APPROV of" DAY OF APRIL 2007.
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eter B. Lewis, Mayor Cathy Ric r son, Deputy City Clerk
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Office, on the City website, and via a-mail. Complete agenda packets are
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