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CITY OF.
WASHINGTON
I. CALL TO ORDER
CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
JULY 2, 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 present:
Rich Wagner, Sue Singer, Gene Cerino, Nancy Backus, Bill Peloza
and Roger Thordarson. Councilmember Lynn Norman was
excused.
Staff members present included: Information Services Director
Lorrie Rempher, City Attorney Daniel B. Heid, Chief of Police Jim
Kelly, Finance Director Shelley Coleman, Interim Planning Director
David Osaki, Public Works Director Dennis Dowdy, Human
Resources and Risk Management Director Brenda Heineman,
Traffic Engineer Laura Philpot, Transportation Planner Joe Welsh,
Employee Relations and Compensation Manager John Fletcher,
Parks, Arts and Recreation Director Daryl Faber, Senior Planner
Jeff Dixon, Administrative Assistant Tamie Bothell,
Communications Assistant Dana Hinman, and City Clerk Danielle
Daskam.
C. Announcements and Appointments
1. Announcements
a) Tribute to Lillian Kitchell
Mayor Lewis delivered a tribute to Lillian Rossi
Kitchell, long-time resident and former Auburn City
Councilmember, who passed away June 26. Lillian
Kitchell served on the Auburn City Council from 1974
to 1981. She was selected as a Hometown Hero and
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served as Pioneer Queen. Ms. Kitchell was a
business owner and operated a catering business for
several years. Ms. Kitchell's daughter, Margaret
Schaff, was present and spoke about her mother's
dedication to her family and friends. Ms. Schaff
introduced other members of the family and friends
present in the audience: Bill Schaff (husband of
Margaret), granddaughter Cathy Wickland, Joyce
Triplett, Annie Anderson, Bobby Cummings (nephew),
and Ronnie Rice (nephew). Her brother, AI Rossi,
was not able to attend.
b) Police Officer Manny Rivera
Mayor Lewis announced that Auburn Police Officer
Manny Rivera passed away July 1, 2007. Officer
Rivera was on active duty and had battled cancer for
several months. Services will be held Friday at the
Auburn Seventh Day Adventist Academy in Auburn.
c) Doris Ramstead
Mayor Lewis announced that Doris Ramstead, who
served as a Pioneer Queen for Auburn Good OI'
Days, passed away on June 16. Ms. Ramstead was
a colorful character, and Mayor Lewis recalled an
amusing incident during a parade where Doris flung
garters from her vehicle along the parade route.
d) Norm Perry
Mayor Lewis announced that long-time Lions Club
member Norm Perry passed away recently.
e) Proclamation -Cugini 60th Wedding Anniversary
Mayor Lewis announced that on July 12, 2007, Dario
and Josephine Cugini will celebrate their 60th wedding
anniversary.
b) Proclamation "July 4, 2007 as Independence Day"
Mayor Lewis declared "July 4, 2007 as Independence
Day" in the city of Auburn and urged the citizens of
the community to participate in the City's 4th of July
Celebration.
2. Appointments
There were no appointments for Council consideration.
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D. Agenda Modifications
The exhibit to Resolution No. 4210 was transmitted prior to the
meeting.
II. CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE
A. Public Hearings
1. Vacation Application Number V-03-06
03.9 V03-06
City Council to conduct a hearing on a petition for vacation
of portions of "I" Street NE.
Traffic Engineer Laura Philpot presented the staff report on
vacation application V-03-06, the City's request to vacate
portions of I Street NE. The vacation is part of an
agreement between the City and the Port of Seattle for a
land exchange in which the City will acquire right-of-way to
be used for the new alignment of the future I Street NE.
In 1989, the existing I Street right-of-way was dedicated to
the City as part of a development that was never completed.
In July 2004, the City completed the Northeast Auburn
Special Area Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). Part of
the EIS included a transportation element that identified the
preferred roadway network for the area. The EIS
recommended minimizing the number of points that access
277tH because of the speed of vehicles on 277tH. The final
roadway network alignment included moving the existing I
Street right-of-way further to the west through the future
Robertson Properties Group (RPG) site, which is currently
the drive-in theater property. Moving the I Street roadway to
the west would provide more space between the I Street
intersection and the bridge and the east hill coming down
South 277tH Street. Additionally, an east/west corridor (49tH
Street NE) was established in the EIS to connect Auburn
Way to the River Sand development (which is now referred
to as Trail Run). Two approved developments rely on the
preferred roadway network: Auburn 40 and River Sand
(Trail Run).
The portion of I Street right-of-way proposed for vacation
goes through Port of Seattle property. Traffic Engineer
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Philpot reported that the amount of right-of-way
recommended for vacation and the amount of property to be
acquired by the City through the real estate exchange
agreement are equal. The vacation is contingent upon the
execution of the real estate exchange agreement. The Port
of Seattle will consider the real estate exchange agreement
on July 24t"
In response to questions from Councilmember Singer,
Traffic Engineer Philpot reported that although the property
exchange agreement does not directly affect other property
owners, property owned by Mr. Stein would be affected in
the future by the proposed alignment of 49t" Street NE. Ms.
Philpot stated that there is some flexibility on the alignment
of 49th. Additionally, the proposed roadway network
provides Mr. Stein with access to his property as well as
minimizes the amount of right-of-way for G Street NE that
would be needed in the future. Ms. Philpot indicated that the
majority of property needed from Mr. Stein for 49t" Street NE
appears to be wetlands. However, wetlands have not been
delineated at this time. Ms. Philpot stated that less wetlands
will be impacted by the new roadway network than under the
old proposal.
In response to a question from Councilmember Peloza,
Traffic Engineer Philpot reported that 49t" Street NE will
provide access for the River Sand development and the Port
of Seattle property as well as provide connectivity for the
surrounding commercial areas.
Councilmember Wagner inquired whether staff had
discussion with the Port of Seattle regarding options to move
49t" Street further south on Port of Seattle property should
the City be unable to acquire the property needed from Mr.
Stein. Traffic Engineer Philpot indicated staff had not. Ms.
Philpot stated there is flexibility in the design of the western
portion of 49t" Street NE and to bring it a little further south
so that the future alignment would bisect the corner of Mr.
Stein's property.
Mayor Lewis opened the public hearing at 8:00 p.m.
Ronald Stein, 2510 SW 169t" Place, Seattle
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Mr. Stein expressed opposition to the City's acquisition of
parcel 3 and development of 49th Street NE through the
southeast corner of his property. He stated that the
acquisition and development would foreclose alternatives,
having reduced impact, such as placing 49th Street right-of-
way along the south border of his property. He also stated
that the proposed acquisition of parcel 3 damages his
property, reducing the developable land available. He
suggested that a better alternative would be to defer
acquisition of parcel 3 right-of-way across the Port of Seattle
property until alternatives with reduced impacts on his
property are analyzed. He requested the City not ~roceed
with the acquisition of the connecting portion of 49 h Street
NE across the Port property at this time.
There being no further testimony, Mayor Lewis closed the
public hearing at 8:02 p.m.
Councilmember Singer inquired how the deferment of parcel
3 would impact development and whether there are
alternative alignments for 49th Street NE. Senior Planner
Jeff Dixon responded that the proposed alignment of 49tH
Street NE was studied in the Environmental Impact
Statement and represented the best alternative that met the
City's needs, as well as minimizes impacts to higher quality
wetlands on the Port property, and accomplishes the street
network system needed in the area. The 49th Street NE
access is ultimately needed for secondary access for the
River Sand residential development. Mr. Dixon explained
that the River Sand development has a temporary signal and
access at South 277th Street, but with additional units
constructed, the temporary signal will be eliminated and
additional access to the west must be established.
In response for a request for clarification from
Councilmember Backus, Traffic Engineer Philpot explained
that the point of where the 49th Street right-of-way would
access Mr. Stein's property is fixed. There is some flexibility
within the 75 feet of right-of-way to move north or south. Ms.
Philpot noted that the proposed I Street NE right-of-way is
completely on the RPG Robertson property and not on Mr.
Stein's adjacent property. If the proposed alignment of I
Street NE is constructed as conceptually drawn, staff would
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recommend the City vacate the portion of G Street along Mr.
Stein's property.
Councilmember Wagner suggested that the Port of Seattle
agree to reasonable negotiations about dedicating a new
parcel 3 that would intersect south of Stein's property.
Traffic Engineer Philpot stated that the Port's process to
approve property exchanges is very lengthy; she believes
the Port would work the City, but the effort may be very time-
consuming. Negotiations for the proposed property
exchange agreement with the Port began over a year ago.
2. Moratorium Extension
03.4.2.1.2
Resolution No. 4128, adopted December 18, 2006,
established an initial six-month moratorium on the filing with
the City of applications for licenses, permits and approvals
for the siting, placement or installation of used manufactured
homes within the City of Auburn, other than in mobile home
parks. On June 4, 2007, the City Council adopted
Resolution No. 4194 extending the moratorium for an
additional six months and set the date for public hearing on
the proposed moratorium extension.
Interim Planning Director David Osaki presented the staff
report on the moratorium extension. The purpose of the
public hearing is to take public testimony on Resolution No.
4194 passed by the Council last month extending the
moratorium for an additional six months. Mr. Osaki noted
that the moratorium is on the filing of licenses, approvals
and installation of used manufactured homes within the City,
other than in mobile home parks. The moratorium was
initially adopted in December 2006 in response to
community concerns regarding the siting of used
manufactured homes within the city and their impacts on
surrounding residential uses. Staff continues to work on
development of regulations that address the siting of used
manufactured homes in residential neighborhoods.
Mayor Lewis opened the public hearing at 8:14 p.m. There
being no public testimony, Mayor Lewis closed the hearing
at 8:14 p.m.
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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.
Chris Kelly, 6117 Isaac Avenue SE, Auburn
Mr. Kelly identified himself as the union shop steward for
Teamsters Union Local No. 117, Outside Unit. Mr. Kelly introduced
Brent Brinson, a member of the negotiating committee for the
2008-2010 Collective Bargaining Agreement. Mr. Kelly expressed
support for the proposed Collective Bargaining Agreement and
extended his appreciation to the City and Human Resources
Director Heineman for a successful bargaining session.
Virginia Haugen 2503 R Street SE, Auburn
Ms. Haugen expressed her condolences to the City and the family
of Manny Rivera. Ms. Haugen thanked the City for its wonderful
ballfield facilities. Ms. Haugen also inquired regarding whether the
City receives any benefit from businesses that are situated in other
cities but deliver goods or services or conduct other peripheral
operations in the city of Auburn. Mayor Lewis responded that
under the new Streamlined Sales Tax, the City will not receive
sales tax revenue unless the purchaser's delivery point is in
Auburn.
C. Correspondence
There was no correspondence for Council consideration.
II1. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
A3.7.6
A. Municipal Services
Chair Cerino reported the Municipal Services Committee met this
evening at 5:00. The Municipal Services Committee approved
consent items and expressed support for Ordinance No. 6104 and
Resolution No. 4210. The Committee discussed the towing
ordinance, reviewed the Auburn Avenue Theater project, received
a demonstration of the on-line service reporting program, and
reviewed photo infraction fines. The next regular meeting of the
Municipal Services Committee is scheduled for July 16, 2007.
B. Planning 8~ Community Development
Vice Chair Backus reported the Planning and Community
Development Committee met June 25, 2007. The Committee
approved Ordinance No. 6104 regarding the adoption of the 2006
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International Building Codes and discussed Resolution No. 4204
regarding the Renaissance at Auburn Development Agreement,
which will come back to the next Committee meeting for further
review. The Committee discussed temporary use permit fees,
code enforcement visual issues, the Olson Creek Farm restoration
project and curriculum development, the Auburn Avenue Theater
business plan, electronic message boards, I Street NE City of
Auburn and Port of Seattle real estate agreement, the
neighborhood grant program, and an economic development
update from Economic Development Manager Dave Barron. The
next regular meeting of the Planning and Community Development
Committee meeting is scheduled for July 9, 2007 at 5:00 p.m.
C. Public Works
Chair Wagner reported the Public Works Committee met June 27,
2007. The Committee approved aright-of-way use permit for the
Downtown Sidewalk Sale, approved advertisement for bids for the
2007 Arterial Preservation 6 h Street SE Project, recommended
award of the West Main Street Improvements Project, and
recommend award of the 2006 Pedestrian Crossing Improvements
Project. The Committee recommended approval of Resolution No.
4208 regarding .LID 350 and discussed Washington State
Department of Transportation storm detention on Goedecke
property, the Renaissance at Auburn Development Agreement,
easement relinquishment of a temporary cul-de-sac, complete
street concept, and grading and land clearing fees. The next
regular meeting of the Public Works Committee is scheduled for
July 9, 2007 at 2:30 p.m.
D. Finance
Chair Backus reported the Finance Committee met this evening at
6:30. The Committee approved the consent items, including claims
and payroll vouchers, Ordinance No. 6103 amending the 2007-08
Budget, Ordinance No. 6105 approving an amendment to the
Capital Facilities Plan, and Resolution No. 4210 regarding the
Teamsters Local 117 Collective Bargaining Agreement. The
Committee discussed photo enforcement fines and received
demonstrations on the on-line bill payment system and the on-line
service reporting system. The Committee also briefly discussed
the Auburn Avenue Theater renovation project. The next regular
meeting of the Finance Committee is scheduled for July 16, 2007.
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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 on the Puget Sound Regional
Council Forum for regional and state officials and transportation
experts which facilitated discussion of methods for easing
congestion. Mayor Pro Tem Singer chaired the recent Auburn
Tourism Board meeting and toured several eastern Washington
cities' economic development projects and discussed mutual
interests. Additionally, Mayor Pro Tem Singer commented on
Puget Sound Regional Council (PSRC) meetings and her PSRC
agenda for the next year on emergency management for the four
county area, arterial street preservation, and connecting trail
systems.
Councilmember Wagner reported on his attendance at the annual
Kids Day events at Game Farm Park and the Suburban Cities
Association meeting where the Regional Transportation
Improvement District was a focus of discussion.
Councilmember Backus reported that she participated in the Miss
Auburn sendoff for Devoni Partridge to the Miss Washington
competition in Tacoma this weekend. Councilmember Backus also
attended the Fire Relief and Pension Board meeting and the Kids
Day events at Auburn Game Farm Park.
Councilmember Cerino thanked Mayor Pro Tem Singer for
attending the Municipal Services Committee meeting this evening
as a substitute for Councilmember Norman. Councilmember
Cerino reported on a recent meeting of the Pierce County Review
Commission and discussion regarding Pierce County's buildable
lands section of the Pierce County Comprehensive Plan update.
Councilmember Cerino announced that the City of Tacoma will be
hosting the Tall Ships Festival in August.
Councilmember Thordarson reported that he attended the King
County Regional Transit Committee meeting, the Chamber of
Commerce open house at Wesley Homes, the King County Flood
Control District meeting, the Suburban Cities Association meeting,
Kids Day, and the Emerald Downs fireworks display.
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Councilmember Peloza reported that he attended the Chamber of
Commerce mixer held at Wesley Homes, the Suburban Cities
Association meeting, and the Water Resource Inventory Area
(WRIA) 9 Management Committee meeting. Councilmember
Peloza commented on the passing of Lillian Kitchell. Ms. Kitchell
was Councilmember Peloza's sponsor for membership in the Sons
of Italy. He recalled her eagerness to discuss City issues as well
as state and federal politics.
B. From the Mayor
Mayor Lewis reported that he was pleased to be able to attend this
year's Kids Day events at Auburn Game Farm Park. Mayor Lewis
also reported on Lea Hill and West Hill annexation meetings and
the first meeting of the Auburn Transportation Task Force. Mayor
Lewis commented on implementation of projects necessary for the
stability of the Auburn Avenue Theater and efforts to re-open the
theater as soon as possible.
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 June 18, 2007 regular City Council
meeting.
B. Vouchers
F4.9.2, F4.9.5
1. Claims
Claims check numbers 363769 through 363773 and 363775
through 364409 in the amount of $2,944,970.19 and dated
July 2, 2007.
2. Payroll
Payroll check numbers 519985 to 520124 in the amount of
$281,797.88 and electronic deposit transmissions in the
amount of $988,621.68 for a grand total of $1,270,419.56 for
the pay period covering June 14, 2007 to June 27, 2007.
C. Contract Administration
1. Public Works Project Number CP0730
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04.9.1 CP0730
City Council grant permission to advertise for bids for Project
No. CP0730, 2007 Arterial Pavement Preservation Project,
6th Street SE.
2. Public Works Project Number C322A
04.9.1 C322A
City Council award Contract No. 05-10, Project No. C322A,
West Main Street Improvements, to the lowest responsible
bidder.
3. Public Works Project Number CP0627
04.9.1 CP0627
City Council award Contract No. 06-25, Project No. CP0627,
2006 Pedestrian Crossing Improvements Project, to the
lowest responsible bidder.
Councilmember Singer moved and Councilmember Wagner
seconded to approve the Consent Agenda.
MOTION CARRIED. 6-0.
VI.
VII.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no unfinished business.
NEW BUSINESS
There was no new business.
VIII. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
A. Ordinances
1. Ordinance No. 6102
03.9 V03-06
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, approving the vacation of a portion of I Street
NE located south of South 277th Street, within the City of
Auburn, Washington
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember
Thordarson seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No.
6102.
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Councilmember Wagner moved to amend the agreement to
add a paragraph to provide that in the event that parcel 3
needs to move to a more southerly location as far south as
the south boundary of the Stein property, the Port of Seattle
will negotiate in good faith to exchange parcel 3 of this
agreement for a new parcel 3 of equal size in a more
southerly location. Councilmember Thordarson seconded
the motion.
Upon further discussion, Councilmember Wagner withdrew
his motion to amend. There was no objection to the
withdrawal of the motion.
In response to a question from Councilmember Cerino,
Traffic Engineer Philpot explained that the current access
point for the River Sand development is too close to the
bridge on 277t" Street to handle future traffic volumes and
anticipated speeds. When the I Street corridor is connected
to 2771h, and before the signal at the intersection can be
activated, the temporary signal at River Sand must be
decommissioned and made into a right in and right out only
driveway. As a result, River Sand must have a full access
point for the neighborhood, which is the 49t" and I Street
corridors. River Sand has alread~ provided a guaranty to
participate in the construction of 49" Street NE, a portion of I
Street NE and a portion of the signal at 277t" and I Street
NE.
Councilmember Singer expressed support for the current
proposal.
MOTION CARRIED. 6-0.
2. Ordinance No. 6103
F3.21
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, amending Ordinance No. 6066, the 2007-2008
Biennial Budget Ordinance, as amended by Ordinance No.
6086 and Ordinance No. 6092, authorizing amendment to
the City of Auburn 2007-2008 Budget as set forth in
Schedule "A"
Councilmember Backus moved and Councilmember
Thordarson seconded to adopt Ordinance No. 6103.
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MOTION CARRIED. 6-0.
3. Ordinance No. 6104
06.0
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington; amending Sections 15.06.010, 15.07.010,
15.07.020, 15.07.050, 15.07.080, 15.07.130, 15.07.160,
15.07.090, 15.08A.011, 15.08A.021, 15.36A.011 and
15.36A.041 of the Auburn City Code; creating new Sections
15.36A.081 and 15.36A.091 of the Auburn City Code; and
repealing Chapter 15.12 and Section 15.36A.051 of the
Auburn City Code; relating to adoption of the state building
codes
Councilmember Backus moved and Councilmember Singer
seconded to adopt Ordinance No. 6104.
Councilmember Cerino expressed support for the adoption
of Ordinance No. 6104.
MOTION CARRIED. 6-0.
4. Ordinance No. 6105
F3.21, 03.4.1.4
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, relating to planning; adopting an amendment to
the 2007-2012 Capital Facilities Plan pursuant to RCW
36.70A.130
Councilmember Backus moved and Councilmember
Thordarson seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No.
6105.
MOTION CARRIED. 6-0.
B. Resolutions
1. Resolution No. 4208
A3.12.9.3
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, declaring its intention to order the improvement
of sidewalks, curb/gutters, driveways, wheelchair access
ramps, and landscape strips along the west side of "M"
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Street SE between 29th Street SE and 37th Street SE and to
create Local Improvement District No. 350 to assess a part
of the cost and expense of carrying out those improvements
against the properties specially benefited thereby, and
notifying all persons who desire to object to the
improvements to appear and present their objections at a
hearing before the City Council to be held on August 6, 2007
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember
Thordarson seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4208.
MOTION CARRIED. 6-0.
2. Resolution No. 4210
A3.9.5
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, approving the Collective Bargaining Agreement
between the City of Auburn and the Teamsters Union Local
No. 117, Outside Unit, for 2008-2010
Councilmember Backus moved and Councilmember
Thordarson seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4210.
MOTION CARRIED. 6-0.
Mayor Lewis recessed the meeting to executive session at 9:17 for
approximately fifteen minutes in order to discuss property acquisition/sale.
Mayor Lewis reconvened the meeting at 9:26 p.m.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting
adjourned at 9:26 p.m.
D TIE //,~l%" DAY OF JULY 2007.
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B. Lewis, Mayor Da 'elle Daskam, City Clerk
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