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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-15-1975 AUBURN, WASHINGTON MONDAY SEPTEMBER 15, 1975 The regular meeting of the Auburn City Council convened at 8:00 P.M., in the Auburn City Council Chambers. ROLL CALL Councilmen Present: Councilman Lawler, Kitchell, Craig, Larson, Holman, Flechsig and Lea. APPROVAL OF MINUTES It was moved by Holman, seconded by Kitchell, that the Council Minutes of September 2, 1975, be approved as mailed. MOTION CARRIED CORRESPONDENCE The City Clerk stated two letters had been received. One Ietter was from Auburn Youth Resources and voiced support for the A.C.A.P. Group Home concept and the efforts to establish a group home in Auburn. The second letter was from Reuben D. Frostad, Frostads Rexa11 Pharmacy, voicing opposition to the West Main Street Project. The City Clerk was asked to read the letter from A.Y.R. The City Council had received copies of both letters. Mayor Kersey stated that the Council had also received copies of a Ietter from Cyril Van Selus, Chairman of the Auburn Juvenile Court Conference, relating to and ~„„ supporting the A.C.A.P. Group Home. e.r° ~,,,; AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION ~- Thomas A. Brown, President of ACAP Group Homes Board of Directors, presented a letter to the Mayor and Council pertaining to their current position in regard to the group home. He also stated that unless they receive the whole-hearted support of the City Council, and this is made public and the Council agrees to take no further negative action prior to contacting the board, they will have to terminate the project. Pat Cavanaugh, Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce, and Reuben Frostad, Frostads Rexa11 Pharmacy, asked permission to speak out on the West Main Street Project when it is discussed later in the meeting. Councilman Lea, Chairman of the Street Committee, granted permission for them to do so. Councilman Craig stated since Mr. Brown has come before the Council, he would like to ask several questions regarding the group home. Mr. Brown pointed out that the majority of the Board of Directors are present and they would be happy to answer any questions. The following questions were asked by the Council: (1) Will the group home be used by any hard core criminals, individuals on probation, or drug users? (2) Is there a tie in with the Juvenile Court Conference and will their referrals be placed in the home? (3) Who will run the home and what will their qualifications be? (4) Why weren't the guidelines set and the problems worked out prior to the time A.C.A.P. originally requested the support of the Council? (5) How does A.C.A.P. tie in wi th Auburn Youth Resources? (6) Will the referrals come from Auburn or all of South King County? Mr. Brown answered the questions as follows: (1) A screening board will be set up to screen all indi vi duals referred to the home and the group home definitely will not house any hard core criminals. (2) If the Juvenile Court Conference referred someone to the group home, the individual would be considered but would go through the same screening process as would any other referral. (3) At least one full time employee will be hired with a background and qualifications in human resources. There will also be several college students, enrolled in a program at Western Washington State College, working with the program and they will receive college credit in return for their work. A11 work will be supervised by a qualified individual. (4) The intention was to have all the details of the program worked out before getting the program under way. However, things just did not work out that way. A.C.A.P. is now setting up the guidelines and would like to present the entire package and obtain full support from the Council, as well as from the citizens, in order to make the program a full community effort. (5) Phil Smith, of Auburn Youth Resources, contacted A.C.A.P. and asked for our help in setting up a group home and -1- !J AUBURN, WASHINGTON MONDAY SEPTEMBER 15, 1975 we began working with him. (6) The contract states that the group home would cover Auburn, Kent and Renton; however, we have been assured there are enough young people from the Auburn School District and this will be the priority area. Mr. Brown requested that he be notified if there are any questions from the Council or from any concerned citizen. He also asked that he be notified of any pending action or Public Hearing in regard to the group home. Mayor Kersey pointed out that the Juvenile Court Conference does not work with hard core criminals. Also, A.Y.R. and the Juvenile Court Conference have found many of the young people being referred to them come from broken homes and this has - created the need for a new environment and the group home concept. The Mayor assured Mr. Brown that they would receive notification of any Public Hearing. RECOMMENDATIONS The following item was submitted by the Director of Planning & Community Development, George A. Schuler, for Council Approval: Pay Estimate No. 1 to Harvey R. Dodd & Associates, Inc. for professional services for the Structural Survey of the Auburn City Hall and Police Station, in the amount of $3,588.44. It was moved by Lawler, seconded by Larson, that Pay Estimate No. I to Harvey R. Dodd & Associates, Inc., for $3,588.44, be approved for payment. ROLL CALL VOTE: A11 Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED The following items were submitted by the Director of Public Works, Pat Nevins, for Council Approval: Change Order No. 2 to Associated Sand & Gravel on Contract 75-15, overlay projects, increasing scope of contract to include overlaying of section of Oravetz Road and of "R" St. S.E., and paving of parking lot at Reservoir No. 2, increase in contract approximately $19,800.00. Prior to motion, Councilman Lea stated Revenue Sharing Expenditures had previously been approved for a number of overlay projects. Due to Zow bids on the projects, there is an excess of funds and therefore, Public Works asked that three additional overlay projects be completed: (1) "R" St. S.E. from Main to City Limits be widened and overlaid at a cost of $1.0,000. (2) 2,025 feet on Oravetz Road from the intersection at "R" S.E. southerly for a cost of $7,500. (3) Paving of parking lot at Res. #2 where new tennis courts are being constructed. at a cost of $2,300. Councilman Lea stated he opposes tine thrid project and pointed out it is true there are now extra funds; however, he feels this would set a trend and does not feel the Council should "dip into the pot" just beacuse the funds are there. Councilman Craig stated it is his understanding that since the bids for the other projects were lower than anticipated, Public Works was looking at a number of things and felt that money could be saved by having the same contractor do the work and overall this would be a cost effective method of having the project completed. Councilman Holman agreed that he would be in favor of having the project done and would vote for this item. It was moved by Craig, seconded by Kitchell, that the adoption of Change Order No. 2 to Associated Sand & Gravel, for an increase in the amount of $19,800.00, be approved. ROLL CALL VOTE: Councilman Craig, Larson, Holman, Flechsig, Lawler and Kitchell voting YES. Councilman Lea voting N0. MOTION CARRIED Change Order No. 3 to Venture Cons t., Inc. on Water Imp. #90, Reservoir No. 1, increase in amount of $404.35 providing for installation of 12 ft. gate. It was moved by Flechsig, seconded by Holman, that the adoption of Change Order No. 3 to venture Construction, Inc., for an increase in the amount of $404.35, be approved. ROLL CALL VOTE: Councilman Flechsig, Lea, Lawler, Kitchell, Larson and Holman 1 voting YES. Councilman Craig voting N0. MOTION CARRIED -?- 23 AUBURN, WASHINGTON MONDAY SEPTEMBER 15, 1975 Change Order No. 3 to Venture Const., Inc. on Water Imp. #77, Reservoir No. 2, increase in amount of $922.43, providing for fence around and over the Access Hatch at Reservoir No. 2. It was moved by Holman, seconded by Flechsig, that the adoption of Change Order No. 3 to Venture Construction, Inc., for an increase in the amount of $922.43, be approved. ROLL CALL VOTE: Councilman Holman, FZechsig, Lea, Lawler, Kitchell and Larson voting YES. Councilman Craig voting NO. MOTION CARRIED Change Order No. 1 to Hansen Excavating Co., Contract 75-I3, Storm Sewer #4, in 5th and "H" 5t. N.E. area, increase in the amount of $2,416.10 as estimated due to relocation of storm Line in School District property as per agreement. It was moved by Lea, seconded by Larson, that the adoption of Change Order No. 1 to Hansen Excavating Company, for an increase in the amount of $2,416.10, be approved. ROLL CALL VOTE: A11 Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED Authority to enter into agreement with consultant to implement the five tasks programmed by the Washington Traffic Safety Commission 1976 Local Traffic Safety Projects, authorizing funds available within the tasks. ra ~... G.== It was moved by Lea, seconded by Larson, that authority be gi ven to Public Works to enter into agreement with consultant to implement the five tasks programmed by the Washington Traffic Safety Commission 1976 Local Traffic Safety Projects, authorizing funds available within the tasks. ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YE5. MOTION CARRIED Request to submit prospectus to the Urban Arterial Board for West Main Street Project from Auburn Avenue to BN RR. Councilman Lea stated that the Street Committee felt because of the magnitude and cost of the project, this matter should come before the entire City Council for consideration. He also pointed out that the prospectus must be submitted to the Urban Arterial Board by October 1, 1975, or the City would lose the opportunity to have the improvements made in the area. Marv 5eabrands, of Public Works, explained the program and stated the project has many possibilities and we have been asked to submit the prospectus because the Urban Arterial Board rated the project quite high on the state level. The project would require a study, an environmental impact statement and plans. Some of the improvements that could be considered under the study are: street lighting, under- ground power, storm drainage, widening of the street, additional off-street parking, etc. He also pointed out that the City could stop the project at the end of any phase, if they felt there was reason not to continue. Pat Cavanaugh, President of the Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce, read a Letter and stated the Chamber goes on record as supporting submission of a feasibility study plan, known as Phase I; however, support of Phase I does not necessarily constitute endorsement of Phase II. The letter was presented to the Mayor, Council and Clerk. Reuben Frostad, of Frostads Rexall Pharmacy, voiced opposition to the program and stated he believes the real problem in the area is that there is very Little traffic and therefore, he does not feel money should be spent for a study or .improvements. He also pointed out that although most of the money would come from Federal Funds, those same funds come from the taxpayer and citizen. Gene Kasper, of Kasper's, stated he agrees with Mr. Frostad and as a taxpayer he does not feel the City should spend $520,000 on a project until they know exactly what the money is going to be used for. Several Councilmen stated they would support the first phase, the study, if they could be sure it would also encompass the area from "C" Street 5.W. to Auburn Way. It was moved by Lea, seconded by Larson, that the City be authorized to submit - 3- 4 AUBURN, WASHINGTON MONDAY SEPTEMBER 15, 1975 prospectus to the Urban Arterial Board for West Main Street Project from Auburn Avenue to Burlington Northern Railroad, to include traffic flows up to and including "C" Street S.W. to Auburn Way. ROLL CALL VOTE: A1I Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED PROCLAMATIONS, APPOINTMENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Mayor Kersey announced that tomorrow, Tuesday, September 16, 1975, is Election Day and he urged everyone to vote from 7 A.M, to 8 P.M. The Mayor also announced that the Association of Washington Cities Regional Meeting will be held in Tukwila on Wednesday, October 22, 1975. Mayor Kersey also stated there is a vacancy on the Human Resources Committee and he would nominate Charlie Clark to fill the unexpired term of Darrell Nelson, term to expire December, 1975. It was moved by Larson, seconded by Holman, that Council concur with the Mayor's appointment of Charlie Clark to the Human Resources Committee. MOTION CARRIED COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS BUILDING COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN LAWLER The Building Committee met at 7:30 P.M., September 8, 1975. Chairman Lawler reported on the Committee Meeting and the Minutes are a matter of Public Record on file in the City Clerk's Office. The next Committee Meeting will be held on October 13, 1975, at 7:30 P.M. AIRPORT COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN KITCHELL Chairman Kitchell reported that the next Airport Committee Meeting will be tomorrow evening, September 16, 1975, at 7:30 P.M. An Executive Session will be held prior to the regular meeting, at 7:00 P.M. PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE - CHAIRI?AN CRAIG Chairman Craig stated the Public Safety Committee Meeting of September 10, 1975, had been cancelled. However, he needs Council Action on a Master Solicitor's License. It was moved by Craig, seconded by Kitchell, that a Master Solicitor's License be granted to Student's Sales Association~(David F. Barfield). MOTION CARRIED The next Committee Meeting will be held on October 15, 1975, at 7:30 P.M. PLANNING & BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN CARSON The Planning & Beautification Committee met at 7:30 P.M., September 9, 1975. Chairman Larson reported on the Committee Meeting and the Minutes are a matter of Public Record on file in the City Clerk's Office. The Committee discussed a Letter pertaining to a gift, to the City, of a parcel of land approximately 1.75 acres in size, located on the west side of the West Valley Highway, about 400 feet north of West Main Street. The Committee recommends the City accept the gift for green belt, should it be offered. It was moved by Larson, seconded by Flechsig, that the City accept the gift of- property, for green belt, should it be offered. ROLL CALL VOTE: A11 Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED The next Committee Meeting will be held on October 14, 1975, at 7:30 P.M. - 4- ~~ AUBURN, WASHINGTON MONDAY SEPTEMBER 15, 1975 FINANCE COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN HOLMAN Chairman Holman announced that the next Finance Committee Meeting will be held at 7:30 P.M., on October 2, 1975. UTILITY COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN FLECHSIG The Utility Committee met at 7:30 P.M., September 4, 1975. Chairman Flechsig reported on the Committee Meeting and the Minutes are a matter of Public Record on file in the City Clerk's Office. Chairman Flechsig reported that he would be absent and unable to attend the next Committee Meeting. STREET COMMITTEE - CHAIRMAN LEA The Street Committee met at 7:30 P.M., September 3, 1975. Chairman Lea reported on the Committee Meeting and the Minutes are a matter of Public Record on file in the City Clerk's Office. The Committee discussed and recommends the left turn lane at 15th and Auburn Way North be lengthened approximately 400 feet and C Curb be installed to prevent crossing of the centerline, for the 600 foot total distance. It was moved by Lea, seconded by Lawler, that Public Works be instructed to install C Curb and lengthen the left turn lane at 15th and Auburn Way North by approximately 400 feet. v~- MOTION CARRIED ~_ The next Committee Meeting is Wednesday, September 17, 1975, at 7:30 P.M. Chairman Lea announced that individuals will be present, representing Metro Transit, and discussion will be heard regarding the bus system. Individuals who have any questions or complaints should attend the meeting. OLD BUSINESS No action was taken on Ordinance No. 2896 pertaining to codification of ordinances (This ordinance was introduced only on July 16, 1975). George Schuler, Director of Planning & Community Development, reported that the request of Neely Enterprises, for Open Space Taxation, was approved by three of our City Councilmen and three King County Councilmen on September 8, 1975. The Public Hearing was held at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS Councilman Craig stated we have a number of add-on ordinances again tonight and he feels it is risky to vote on ordinances when the Council has not had enough time to study them. He asked that this practice by stopped. ORDINANCE NO. 3009 It was moved by Holman, seconded by Lea, that Ordinance No. 3009 entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, REPEALING ORDINANCE N0. 2873, PASSED FEBRUARY 18, 1975, AND CREATING THE CITY OF AUBURN HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE, ESTABLISHING THE NUMBER OF MEMBERS THEREOF, THE TERMS THEREOF AND THE METHOD OF APPOINTMENT THEREON." be introduced and adopted. Councilman Craig stated he is for Fluman Resources; however, since he has not had time to study the ordinance, he would vote NO. ROLL CALL VOTE: Councilman Holman, Flechsig, Lea, Lawler, Kitchell and Larson voting YES. Councilman Craig voting NO. MOTION CARRIED -5- Z6 AUBURN, WASHINGTON MONDAY ORDINANCE NO. 3010 SEPTEMBER 15, 1975 It was moved by Flechsig, seconded by Kitchell, that Ordinance No. 3010 entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, AMENDING SECTION 10.08.100 OF THE AUBURN CITY CODE, SAID SECTION AMENDED RELATING TO INSTALLATION FEES FOR WATER METERS." be introduced and adopted. ROLL CALL VOTE: A11 Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED ORDINANCE NO. 3011 It was moved by Lea, seconded by Larson, that Ordinance No. 3011 entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, AMENDING A PORTION OF AUBURN CODIFIED CITY ORDINANCE 9.22.133 REGARDING PROHIBITED PARKING AREAS IN SOUTHEAST AUBURN." be introduced and adopted. ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED ORDINANCE NO. 3012 It was moved by Craig, seconded by Lawler, that Ordinance No. 3012 entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, AMENDING AUBURN CODIFIED CITY ORDINANCE 9.22.170 DOING AWAY WITH JAIL PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF AUBURN CITY PARKING REGULATIONS." be introduced and adopted. ROLL CALL VOTE: A11 Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED ORDINANCE NO. 3013 It was moved by Craig, seconded by Larson, that Ordinance No. 3013 entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, AMENDING AUBURN CODIFIED CITY ORDINANCE 9.22.310 DOING AWAY WITH JAIL PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF AUBURN CITY PARKING REGULATIONS." be introduced and adopted. ROLL CALL VOTE: A11 Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED ORDINANCE NO. 3014 It was moved by Craig, seconded by Kitchell, that Ordinance No. 3014 entitled"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, AMENDING AUBURN CODIFIED CITY ORDINANCE 9.26.040 DOING AWAY WITH JAIL PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF AUBURN CITY PARKING REGULATIONS." be introduced and adopted. ROLL CALL VOTE: A11 Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED ORDINANCE NO. 3015 It was moved by Holman, seconded by Larson, that Ordinance No. 3015 entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, PROVIDING FOR THE REZONING OF A PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED AT 940 EAST MAIN STREET, SITUATE IN THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, CHANGING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION THEREOF FROM R-3 TO C-1." be introduced and adopted. ROLL CALL VOTE: A11 Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED RESOLUTION NO. 694 It was moved by Flechsig, seconded by Kitchell, that Resolution No. 694 entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, TO ENTER INTO A WATER MAIN CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT, TOGETHER WITH A WATER FACILITY AGREEMENT, WITH ROBERT ELWOOD WILEMAN." be adopted. ROLL CALL VOTE: All Councilmen voting YES. MOTION CARRIED There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 10:17 P.M. Ron Hegewald, President of the Board for Auburn Youth Resources, stated they are having an Open House tomorrow and he invited everyone to come. A PROVED THIS 16TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 1975. A Y O R CL ~~ CI Y CLERK