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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-19-2007* Y' ~' crTY of -- WASHINGTON 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 Page 1 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes March 19, 2007 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 Page 2 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes March 19, 2007 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 Page 3 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes March 19, 2007 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. Page 4 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes March 19, 2007 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 Page 5 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes March 19, 2007 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 Page 6 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes March 19, 2007 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. Page 7 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes March 19, 2007 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. Page 8 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes March 19, 2007 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 Page 9 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes March 19, 2007 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. Page 10 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes March 19, 2007 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 Page 11 Citv of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes March 19, 2007 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 Page 12 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes March 19, 2007 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 Page 13 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes March 19. 2007 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. Page 14 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes March 19. 2007 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. Page 15 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes March 19, 2007 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. Page 16 City of Auburn Council Meeting Minutes March 19, 2007 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. _~ _ ~ ~~~~ eter B. Lewis, Mayor Cathy Ric r son, 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 a-mail. Complete agenda packets are available for review at the City Clerk's Office and at the Library. Internet: http://www.auburnwa.gov "Denotes attachments included in Council agenda packet. Page 17