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CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
JULY 6, 2009 7:30 PM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
A. Flag Salute
Mayor Peter B. Lewis called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. and
led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance.
B. Roll Call
Mayor Lewis and the following Councilmembers were present:
Rich Wagner, Sue Singer, Gene Cerino, Nancy Backus, Bill
Peloza, Lynn Norman, and Virginia Haugen.
Staff members present included: City Attorney Daniel B. Heid,
Parks, Arts and Recreation Director Daryl Faber, Police Chief Jim
Kelly, Assistant Finance Director Maggie Coleman, Assistant
Planning, Building and Community Director Kevin Snyder, Public
Works Director Dennis Dowdy, Information Services Director Lorrie
Rempher, Human Resources/Risk and Property Management
Director Brenda Heineman, Police Officer Stan Adamski, Police
Officer Michael Burris, and Deputy City Clerk Cathy Richardson.
C. Announcements and Appointments
1. Announcements
a) Letters of Commendation
Mayor Lewis and Auburn Police Chief Jim Kelly
presented Letters of Commendation to Sound Transit
Security Guard Sagele Filipo and Auburn Police
Officer Stan Adamski.
Chief Kelly reported on an incident in which Officer
Adamski was in a ground struggle with a combative
male who was resisting arrest at the Sound Transit
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Station parking facility. Sound Transit Security
Officer Sagele Filipo witnessed the struggle and
moved quickly to the area to assist Officer Adamski if
so requested or if it became necessary. During the
struggle, Mr. Filipo noticed that the struggling suspect
was armed with an unsheathed, thirteen inch, fixed
blade knife which was concealed under the suspect’s
coat. The knife, which was unsheathed and strapped
to the suspect by only a string, had become
positioned so that it was pointing directly at the body
of Officer Adamski. Mr. Filipo shouted a warning to
Officer Adamski and, seeing that he was in imminent
danger of being seriously injured by the knife, quickly
moved to remove the knife from the fighting suspect
and cast it aside. Officer Adamski indicated that he
had not seen the knife until Mr. Filipo’s warning and
would have undoubtedly been seriously injured
without Mr. Filipo’s quick actions. Mr. Filipo placed
himself in harms way to aid a law enforcement officer,
an action which reflects courage and great credit
upon himself, his employer, and his profession as a
private security guard.
Chief Kelly offered his congratulations to Mr. Filipo on
a job well done.
Mayor Lewis offered his congratulations and
expressed gratitude on behalf of the City of Auburn
and Councilmembers for Mr. Filipo’s efforts.
Mr. Filipo thanked Mayor Lewis, Councilmembers and
the Auburn Police Department for honoring him with
the Letter of Commendation. Mr. Filipo was joined by
his Branch Manager Alise Bernard, Account Manager
Ed Fredericks, Supervisor Paul Hicks, and a
representative from Sound Transit.
Officer Adamski thanked Mr. Filipo for his assistance
during an incident that most assuredly would have
caused serious injury to himself.
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b) Recognition
Mayor Lewis and Chief Kelly recognized Officer
Michel Burris for his military service and 30 years of
service to the City of Auburn.
Mayor Lewis reported that Officer Burris was
deployed to Joint Base Balad (JBB) Iraq from January
through May 2009 and was assigned to the historical
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332 Air Expeditionary Wing (AEW), which is best
known as the home of the famous Tuskegee Airmen
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during World War II. The 332 AEW had the
privilege and honor of having a few of the surviving
Tuskegee Airmen visit the AEW to share their
experiences with the newest AEW members. The
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332 AEW strives to honor the history and legacy of
the Tuskegee Airmen with the motto “The Legend
Continues”.
Joint Base Balad (JBB) is the largest base in Iraq and
is currently the busiest base within the Department of
Defense. JBB is home base for Air Force, Army,
Marine and Navy personnel and offers the best
medical treatment. JBB has the only Level 3 Trauma
Center in Iraq resulting in a 97% survival rate for
those receiving care.
Officer Burris was assigned to the Aerial Port where
they were responsible for the safe and expeditious
movement of all personnel and cargo. JBB is a major
hub for cargo in the theater of operations. During his
tour, he was assigned as a Loan Team Chief and
later as a Safety Non-commissioned Officer in ramp
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operations. The 332 AEW moved 409,732 short
tons of cargo, 4,000 short tons of hazardous material
cargo, and 69,704 passengers, and handled 5,501
missions. Officer Burris was awarded the Iraqi
Campaign Medal and the Air Force Expeditionary
Service Ribbon for his service to our county.
Mayor Lewis also stated that Officer Burris has
served the City of Auburn for 30 years and presented
an Appreciation of Service Certificate and 30-year
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service pin to Officer Burris in recognition of his
return from deployment and his years of service to
the City of Auburn.
On behalf of himself, Councilmembers and the
Auburn community, Mayor Lewis expressed his
sincere gratitude to and pride in Officer Burris for his
service in defense of our nation, his bravery, and
sacrifice and welcomed Officer Burris home.
Chief Kelly presented a Certificate of Service to the
Auburn Police Department to Officer Burris in
recognition of his faithful and successful 30 years of
service to law enforcement and the Auburn Police
Department which are greatly appreciated by the
Auburn community. Chief Kelley noted that the
recognition of service will be distinctly noted by the
10 service bars that Officer Burris will now wear on
his uniform.
On behalf of all servicemen whose contributions and
sacrifices are far greater than his own, Officer Burris
expressed his heart felt gratitude to the City of
Auburn for recognition of his service to his country.
2. Appointments
There was no appointment for Council consideration.
D. Agenda Modifications
Agenda modification included transmission of revised contract
administration items for Project No. CP0611 under Item No. V.C.2
of these minutes.
II. CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE
A. Public Hearings
No public hearing was scheduled for this evening.
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.
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Nicole Patrino-Salter – 31021 - 132 Way SE, Auburn
On behalf of herself and her neighbors, Ms. Patrino-Salter
expressed appreciation to the City of Auburn for making the
moratorium on Conditional Use Permits in the C-1 zone a priority
issue in the Phase II code updates. Ms. Patrino-Salter requested
Council lift the moratorium after the high priority items are
completed in order to facilitate the potential sale of their properties.
Ms. Patrino-Salter stated that they are hoping for favorable
solutions to the traffic issues related to their area.
C. Correspondence
There was no correspondence for Council review.
III. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
A3.7.6
A. Municipal Services
Chair Cerino reported that the Municipal Services Committee met
on June 22, 2009 at 4:00 p.m. The Committee approved
Ordinance No. 6247 relating to standing, stopping and parking.
and discussed the Committee matrix. The Committee also
received reports on animal control and rescue and fireworks from
Police Chief Kelly. Chair Cerino reviewed numerous statistics
related to animal control and also noted the positive impacts
related to fireworks regulations in the City of Auburn. The next
regular meeting of the Municipal Services Committee is scheduled
for July 13, 2009 at 4:00 p.m.
B. Planning & Community Development
Chair Norman reported that the Planning and Community
Development Committee met on June 22, 2009 at 5:00 p.m. The
Committee received a special report from Hearing Examiner Phil
Olbrechts. Mr. Olbrechts commended efforts of the City of Auburn
related to the Auburn City Code Update project. Mr. Olbrechts also
stated that the City of Auburn has one of the best Planning
Departments. He indicated that staff always produces very
thorough staff reports and are well prepared at the hearings. The
Committee also discussed population and employment targets and
related state mandates that do not include necessary funding for
required infrastructure improvements to meet the population and
employment targets of the Growth Management Act (GMA). The
Committee agreed that any correspondence supporting proposed
growth targets from the City to the Suburban Cities Association
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should include a caveat that efforts should continue towards
finding ways to provide the infrastructure to support the targets.
The Committee also discussed Resolution No. 4497, King County
Historic Preservation Office, Energy and Efficiency Block Grant
strategies, 2009 Comprehensive Plan, and Phase II of the Code
Update Project and prioritization of substantive issues. Chair
Norman encouraged interested parties to attend the next meeting
of the Code Update Committee which is scheduled for July 8, 2009
at 4:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The next regular meeting of
the Planning and Community Development Committee is
scheduled for July 13, 2009 at 5:00 p.m.
C. Public Works
Chair Wagner reported that the Public Works Committee met this
afternoon at 3:00. The Committee approved Right-of-Way Use
Permits for the downtown sidewalk sale and a utility crossing to
Buena Vista School, an easement relinquishment for a utility line,
and contract administration items. The Committee also discussed
budget amendments, Resolution No. 4502, removing 24 trees from
the right-of-way on Harvey Road due to root damage to the
sidewalk, Ordinance No. 6427 related to parking in front of mail
boxes, Ordinance No. 6211 related to parking on unimproved
landscape strips, and the storm design deadline extension for the
National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit.
The Committee also reviewed the Comprehensive Transportation
Plan, pedestrian, bicycle and truck routes, the Code Update Project
related to bikeways, and capital projects. The next regular meeting
of the Public Works Committee is scheduled for July 20, 2009 at
3:00 p.m.
D. Finance
Chair Backus reported that the Finance Committee met this
evening at 6:30 p.m. The Committee approved Resolution No.
4497 related to an agreement with Principled Solutions, and
Resolution No. 4499 related to surplus property. The Committee
also discussed the biennial budget amendment Ordinance No.
6246 and Resolution No. 4502 related to an application to the
State Department of Revenue for revitalization financing. The
Committee also approved claims and payroll vouchers. The next
regular meeting of the Finance Committee is scheduled for July 20,
at 6:30 p.m.
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E. Community Center
Chair Wagner reported that the Community Center Committee has
not met since the last City Council meeting on June 15, 2009.
F. Downtown Redevelopment
Chair Norman reported that the Downtown Redevelopment
Committee has not met since the last City Council meeting on June
15, 2009. The next regular meeting of the Downtown
Redevelopment Committee is scheduled for July 14, 2009 at 4:00
p.m.
IV. REPORTS
At this time the Mayor and City Council may report on significant items
associated with their appointed positions on state, regional and local
organizations.
A. From the Council
Councilmember Wagner reported that the Committee of the Whole
met on June 29, 2009. The Committee discussed new techniques
for streets and road maintenance as presented by Miles Sand and
Gravel, the Auburn Environmental Park, Howard Hanson Dam
potential flooding, population targets, promenade grant status,
local revitalization financing package, and Community Center grant
status. The Committee also received an update on the old post
office building and a potential agreement with King County for use
and preservation of the facility and an update on the South
Correctional Entity Facility (SCORE) for a regional jail facility. The
next meeting of the Committee of the Whole is scheduled for
August 31, 2009 at 5:00 p.m.
Deputy Mayor Singer congratulated the Parks Department for
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another great KidsDay celebration and successful 4 of July
festival.
Councilmember Wagner reported that he attended the Puyallup
River Watershed Council meeting at which there was a
presentation by Public Lands Commissioner Peter Goldmark. He
also attended a Regional Access Mobility Partnership meeting and
received an update on the viaduct project in Seattle from
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). The
viaduct project is a $4.2 billion project of which Seattle is
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contributing approximately $1 billion and $2.8 billion is from tax
revenues. There is still a shortfall of $400 million for the project
and a study for potential tolling of the viaduct is being conducted.
The viaduct will have less capacity than the current viaduct. They
also received a presentation on Sound Transit’s parking pricing
study and an update on Pierce Transit’s 5% service cutbacks.
Councilmember Wagner noted that the Lakeland area was not
mentioned in those cutbacks.
Councilmember Backus reported that she attended the annual
meeting of the Fire, Relief and Pension Board at which they
discussed and approved claims for the prior year and the investing
strategy for the upcoming year.
Councilmember Peloza reported that he attended the King County
Water Pollution Abatement Advisory Committee meeting at which
they discussed the Renton Wastewater Plant and Howard Hanson
Dam and the precautions being taken by King County to protect the
plant in the event of flooding. The committee also received a user
performance survey report from the Wastewater Treatment
Division. Councilmember Peloza toured the Brightwater
Wastewater Treatment Plant project which is a $1.8 billion project.
The project is on schedule and on budget. Councilmember Peloza
spoke regarding challenges related to the repairs of a failed boring
machine in the central east tunnel. The repairs must be completed
320 feet below the surface. Councilmember Peloza reported on
the Auburn International Farmers Market (AIFM), which is open
every Sunday from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. through September
2009. AIFM vendors have grossed approximately $11,000 -
$12,000 and average attendance has been between 1,200 - 1,500
each Sunday, which is phenomenal for a first year market.
Councilmember Peloza noted that the first King County
Conservation District report for grant funds will be submitted on
schedule.
Councilmember Haugen thanked the Parks Department for their
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efforts related to the 4 of July festival.
B. From the Mayor
Mayor Lewis thanked Councilmembers for their participation in
numerous county and regional committees and their many
contributions and hard work obtaining grants for the City of Auburn.
Mayor Lewis also commended the efforts of staff related to the
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Code Update Project, of Councilmember Peloza related to the
Auburn International Farmers Market, and of Councilmember
Cerino for his work related to the Municipal Services Committee.
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 15, 2009 regular City Council
meeting.
B. Vouchers
F4.9.2, F4.9.5
1. Claims
Claims check numbers 386331 through 386975 in the
amount of $2,561,564.78 and one wire transfer in the
amount of $13,892.25 and dated July 6, 2009.
2. Payroll
Payroll check numbers 526755 to 526862 in the amount of
$343,319.78 and electronic deposit transmissions in the
amount of $1,139,159.56 for a grand total of $1,482,479.34
for the pay period covering June 11, 2009 to July 1, 2009.
C. Contract Administration
1. Public Works Project No. CP0767
O4.9.1 CP0767
City Council grant permission to advertise for bids for
Project No. CP0767, Mohawk Plastics Wetland Mitigation
Improvements.
2. Public Works Project No. CP0611
O4.9.1 CP0611
City Council award Contract 09-06, Project Number CP0611,
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M Street NE/Harvey Road and 8 Street Improvements, to
Titan Earthwork, LLC on their low bid of $1,388,352.10 plus
Washington state sales tax of $22,710.70 for a total contract
price of $1,411.062.80.
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3. Public Works Project No. CP0762
O4.9.1 CP0762
City Council approve Change Order No. 1 in the amount of
$173,777.40 to Contract 09-01 with R. L. Alia Company for
work on project CP0762, Les Gove Neighborhood
Improvement Project – Phase 1.
Deputy Mayor Singer moved and Councilmember Wagner
seconded to approve the Consent Agenda.
MOTION CARRIED. 6-1. Councilmember Haugen voted
no.
VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no unfinished business.
VII.
NEW BUSINESS
There was no new business.
VIII.
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
A. Ordinances
There was no ordinance for Council consideration.
B. Resolutions
1. Resolution No. 4497
A3.16.3
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute an Agreement between the City of Auburn and
Principled Solutions for consulting services
Councilmember Backus moved and Councilmember Peloza
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4497.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
2. Resolution No. 4499
F4.6.1
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A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, declaring certain items of property as surplus
and authorizing their disposal
Councilmember Backus moved and Councilmember Peloza
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4499.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
IX.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting
adjourned at 8:12 p.m.
APPROVED THE ______ DAY OF JULY 2009.
Peter B. Lewis, Mayor Cathy Richardson, Deputy City Clerk
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Internet: http://www.auburnwa.gov
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