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MEETING MINUTES
WASHINGTON
1. CALL TO ORDER
December 21, 2009 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
The following Councilmembers were present: Rich Wagner, Sue
Singer, Gene Cerino, Nancy Backus, Lynn Norman, Bill Peloza,
and Virginia Haugen
Staff present included: Information Services Director Lorrie
Rempher; Police Chief Jim Kelly; Public Works Director Dennis
Dowdy; Acting Director of Planning, Building and Community Kevin
Snyder; City Attorney Daniel B. Heid; Parks, Arts and Recreation
Director Daryl Faber; Human Resources and Risk/Property
Management Director Brenda Heineman; Planner Angelique
Moser, and Deputy City Clerk Cathy Richardson.
C. Announcements and Appointments
1. Announcements
a) Proclamation - "Gene Cerino Day"
Mayor Lewis read and presented a proclamation from
Governor Christine Gregoire, a former student of
Councilmember Cerino, declaring December 21, 2009
as "Gene Cerino Day" in the state of Washington.
Councilmember Backus, also a former student, read
and presented a"report card" to Councilmember
Cerino.
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Councilmember Cerino thanked Governor Gregoire
and Councilmember Backus for their kind remarks.
Councilmember Cerino expressed his love for the City
of Auburn and promised to continue to be involved in
the Auburn community.
2. Appointments
There was no appointment for Council consideration.
D. Agenda Modifications
Agenda modifications included transmittal of revised Schedule "A"
to Ordinance No. 6278 and revised Ordinance No. 6283.
II. CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE
A. Public Hearings
1. Franchise Agreement
04.1.4, A3.14
City Council to conduct a public hearing on Addendum IV to
the non-exclusive franchise agreement between the City of
Auburn and Comcast of Washington IV to construct,
maintain, and operate a cable television system for the
distribution of television and other electronic signals within
the city of Auburn. The purpose of the public hearing is to
determine public benefit and impact, applicant compliance,
public right-of-way capacity to accommodate the utility,
potential disruption of public right-of way, and present and
future use of the public right-of-way.
At 7:40, Mayor Lewis opened the public hearing. There
being no one present who requested to speak, the hearing
was closed.
B. Audience Participation
This is the place on the agenda where the public is invited to speak
to fhe Cify Council on any issue. Those wishing to speak are
reminded to sign in on the form provided.
No one in the audience requested to speak.
C. Correspondence
There was no correspondence for Council review.
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III. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
A3.7.6
A. Municipal Services
Chair Cerino reported that the Municipal Services Committee met
on December 14, 2009 at 4:00 p.m. The Committee approved the
consent agenda, Ordinance No. 6284, Resolution Nos. 4530 and
4531, and contract administration for Project No. CP0910. The
Committee also discussed Ordinance Nos. 6278 and 6285,
Resolution Nos. 4547 and 4552, and a proposed property transfer
befinreen the City of Auburn and Green River Community College,
and reviewed the Committee matrix. The next regular meeting of
the Municipal Services Committee is scheduled for January 11,
2010 at 4:00 p.m.
B. Planning & Community Development
Chair Norman reported that the Planning and Community
Development Committee met on December 14, 2009 at 5:00 p.m.
The Committee modified the agenda by removing Resolution No.
4546, Ordinance 6243, and the Art in Public Places Policy. The
Committee received notification of a grant award in the amount of
$304,000 for Fenster Levy Setback project. The Committee
approved the consent agenda and received a report on contractual
services provided to the City of Auburn by the Auburn Area
Chamber of Commerce. The Committee also discussed Ordinance
Nos. 6278 and 6285, received an update on Green River flood
preparations, and discussed a proposed property transfer between
the City of Auburn and Green River Community College, Ordinance
No. 6283, Resolution No. 4552, and greenhouse gas inventory
status. The Committee approved Ordinance No. 6279 and 6282,
and Open Space Assessment Policies. The next meeting of the
Planning and Community Development Committee is scheduled for
January 11, 2010 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 changes to the
Transportation and Engineering Design Standards and contract
administration for Project No. CP0918, 2009 Arterial Collector
Crack Seal Project. The Committee also discussed Ordinance No.
6283, a community shuttle partnership between the City of Auburn
and Metro, finalization of utility rate adjustments, parking on
planting strips, and a request for relinquishment of a water right-of-
way in the Lea Hill area, and received a report on Green River flood
preparedness. Chair Wagner reported that he presented a Power
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Point presentation to the Committee on a project by Washington
State University (WSU) students who received informational
assistance from City staff. The project was related to construction
options for environmentally friendly streets in areas such as the
Auburn Environmental Park and was at no cost to the City of
Auburn. The next regular meeting of the Public Works Committee
is scheduled for January 4, 2010 at 3:30 p.m.
D. Finance
Chair Backus reported that the Finance Committee met this
evening at 5:00 p.m. The Committee approved consent items
including claims and payroll vouchers, Ordinance Nos. 6278 and
6285, and Resolution Nos. 4547, 4548, 4549, 4550, and 4552.
The Committee also discussed Ordinance No. 6232 and utility rate
adjustments. The next regular meeting of the Finance Committee
is scheduled for January 4, 2010 at 5:00 p.m.
E. Community Center
Chair Wagner reported that a meeting of the Community Center
Committee is scheduled for December 23, 2009 at 1:00 p.m.
F. Downtown Redevelopment
Chair Norman reported that the Downtown Redevelopment
Committee met on December 8, 2009 at 4:00 p.m. The Committee
discussed the Auburn Junction project and strongly advocates that
developments south of City Hall blend with the downtown core.
The next regular meeting of the Downtown Redevelopment
Committee is scheduled for January 12, 2010 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
Deputy Mayor Singer reported that she attended a meeting with
King County Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer, King County
Health Director David Fleming, and representatives from the City of
Federal Way. She also attended three DARE graduations, the final
meeting of the Interstate 405/State Route 167 Corridor Advisory
Committee regarding extending High Occupancy Toll (HOT) lanes
from Puyallup to Lynnwood, and Valley Regional Fire Authority
(VRFA) dedication of their new fire station on Kersey Way. She
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also chaired the annual Lodging Tax Advisory Board budgetary
meeting.
Councilmember Wagner reported on the Auburn Scientific Center
for Emerging New Technologies (ASCENT) projects. He and
Deputy Mayor Singer met with other organizations interested in
project ASCENT and the potential of a green business incubator.
The meeting included Attorney Jim Waldo, who specializes in water
rights and is connected with the Tacoma Urban Water Center;
Tacoma City Councilmember Jake Fay who is also connected with
the Tacoma Urban Water Center; and WSU Vice President John
Gardner. The meeting resulted in interest of coming together with
two leading WSU scientists, Dr. Michael Wolcott and Dr. Joel
Baker. Councilmember Wagner and Deputy Mayor Singer also
met with Dr. Hasselbeck of WSU and representatives from Green
River Community College in an effort to cooperate with regard to
educating students in the sciences related to sustainability and new
sustainability employment opportunities. He also attended a final
presentation at Pullman by WSU architecture and engineering
students on their designs for green friendly streets for the Auburn
Environmental Park.
Councilmember Backus reported that she volunteered for a
Cascade Elementary School field trip to City of Auburn Mary Olson
Farm and reported on the outdoor classroom conducted for the
students.
Councilmember Cerino commented on the honor of serving on the
governance board of the VRFA. He expressed pride in serving on
the VRFA Board and reported on the regionalization of fire services
for the cities of Auburn, Pacific and Algona and the dedication of a
new fire station.
Councilmember Peloza reported that he attended the third
Regional Reclaim Water Comprehensive Plan workshop at which
they received a presentation on the framework for evaluating
benefits and costs of water reclamation. He also attended the
Airport Advisory Board meeting to discuss storm water
conveyance, Airport Rules and Regulations, proposats received for
repairing hangars nine and ten, and the Airport flood plan.
Councilmember Peloza invited interested citizens to apply for an
open position on the Airport Advisory Board. Councilmember
Peloza also represented the Rotary Club in serving a holiday
luncheon to senior citizens at the Auburn Senior Center. He also
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attended the Lower Green Agriculture Subcommittee meeting with
representatives from King County, City of Kent, King Conservation
District, Agriculture Commission and Auburn staff members to
discuss drainage problems in northwest Auburn.
B. From the Mayor
Mayor Lewis reported on the Santa Breakfast and serving senior
citizens with Councilmember Cerino at the holiday luncheon at the
Senior Center. Mayor Lewis reported that he attended his last
meeting as president of Suburban Cities Association and reported
on meetings with King County Executive Dow Constantine to
discuss budgetary issues, plans to end services provided by King
County Animal Control, flood control measures, and steps that
must be taken by King County cities with regard to the King County
budget deficit. He also met with Pierce County Executive Pat
McCarthy on their budgetary issues which, though not as significant
as those of King County, impact the cities of Pierce County. Mayor
Lewis reported that Deputy Mayor Singer will replace him on the
Puget Sound Regional Council (PSRC) Economic Development
Board and he will serve on the PSRC Executive Board. Mayor
Lewis reviewed numerous regional committees and boards with
representation by Auburn Councilmembers.
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 December 7, 2009 regular City Council
meeting.
B. Vouchers
F4.9.2, F4.9.5
1. Claims
Claims check numbers 390975 through 391393 in the
amount of $3,140,456.51 and one wire transfer in the
amount of $461,304.62 and dated December 21, 2009.
2. Payroll
Payroll check numbers 527892 to 528014 in the amount of
$779,468.64 and electronic deposit transmissions in the
amount of $1,176,809.26 for a grand total of $1,956,277.90
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amount of $1,176,809.26 for a grand total of $1,956,277.90
for the pay period covering December 3, 2009 to December
16, 2009.
C. Contract Administration
1. Public Works Project Number CP0918
04.9.1 CP0918
City Council approve Final Pay Estimate No. 3 to Small
Works Contract 09-14 in the amount of $0, for a total
contract price of $103,446.75, with Doolittle Construction,
LLC and accept construction of Project No. CP0918, 2009
Arterial and Collector Crack Seal Project.
2. Public Works Project Number CP0910
04.4.12
City Council approve Final Pay Estimate No. 2 to Small
Works Contract 09-11 in the amount of $26,713.85, for a
total contract price of $39,728.09, with Superior Asphalt and
accept construction of Project No. CP0910, Justice Center
Parking Lot Modifications.
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
1. Ordinance No. 6278
F3.22
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, amending Ordinance No. 6215, the 2009-2010
Biennial Budget Ordinance as amended by Ordinance No.
6226 and Ordinance No. 6246 authorizing amendment to
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the City of Auburn 2009-2010 budget as set forth in
Schedule "A"
Councilmember Backus moved and Councilmember Peloza
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 6278.
MOTION CARRIED. 6-1. Councilmember Haugen voted
no.
2. Ordinance No. 6279
F4.3
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, amending Sections 19.02.115, 19.02.120,
19.02.130 and 19.02.140 of the Auburn City Code relating to
school impact fees
Councilmember Norman moved and Councilmember
Backus seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No.
6279.
Councilmember Haugen spoke in opposition to Ordinance
No. 6279.
MOTION CARRIED. 6-1. Councilmember Haugen voted
no.
3. Ordinance No. 6282
F4.3
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, related to the Current Use Assessment Tax
Program, extending and modifying Ordinance No. 6232 for
Current Use Application criteria, appointing members to the
Joint Determining Authority, and assessing application fees
Councilmember Norman moved and Councilmember
Backus seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No.
6282.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
4. Ordinance No. 6283
04.11
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, amending Sections 12.04.010, 13.41.010,
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13.48.010, 13.48.180, 13.48.210, and 13.48.225 of the
Auburn City Code; creating a new Section 13.48.226 of the
Auburn City Code; amending Sections 13.48.230 and
13.48.250 of the Auburn City Code; repealing Section
13.48.260 of the Auburn City Code; and amending Sections
13.48.290, 13.48.440, 15.74.030, and 15.74.050 of the
Auburn City Code; all relating to adoption and
implementation of a SurFace Water Management Manual
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Cerino
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 6283.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
5. Ordinance No. 6285
F3.22
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, amending Ordinance No. 6215, the 2009-2010
Biennial Budget Ordinance as amended by Ordinance No.
6226 and Ordinance No. 6246 and Ordinance No. 6278
authorizing amendment to the City of Auburn 2009-2010
budget as set forth in Schedule "A"
Councilmember Backus moved and Councilmember Peloza
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 6285.
MOTION CARRIED. 6-1. Councilmember Haugen voted
no.
B. Resolutions
1. Resolution No. 4547
01.8
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, supporting a secure, convenient medicine
return program to reduce the public safety and
environmental impacts of unwanted medicines
Councilmember Backus moved and Councilmember Peloza
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4547.
Councilmember Peloza spoke in favor of Resolution No.
4547.
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MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
2. Resolution No. 4548
A3.16.3
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and the City Clerk to
execute an Agreement for Services between the City of
Auburn and the Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce to
operate a Visitor Information Center, promote tourism
awareness within the City and to provide services associated
with supporting the City's economic development efforts
Councilmember Backus moved and Councilmember Peloza
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4548.
MOTION CARRIED. 6-1. Councilmember Haugen voted
no.
3. Resolution No. 4549
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 with Thompson Smitch Consulting Group,
Inc. to assist the City to secure water rights from the
Washington State Department of Ecology for the purposes
of ineeting the City's water needs
Councilmember Backus moved and Councilmember Peloza
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4549.
MOTION CARRIED. 6-1. Councilmember Haugen voted
no.
4. Resolution No. 4550
A3.16.3
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
a contract with Washington Advocates2, LLC for consulting
services
Councilmember Backus moved and Councilmember Peloza
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4550.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
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5. Resolution No. 4552
F4.3
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, providing for amendment to the City of Auburn
Fee Schedule, to adjust for 2010 fees
Councilmember Backus moved and Councilmember Peloza
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4552.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
IX. EXECUTIVE SESSION
At 8:34 p.m. Mayor Lewis recessed the meeting to executive session for
approximately fifteen minutes to discuss potential or pending litigation
pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(i). Staff members required for the
executive session were: City Attorney Heid, Human Resources and
Risk/Property Management Director Heineman; Finance Director
Coleman; Public Works Director powdy; and Acting Planning Director
Snyder.
Mayor Lewis reconvened the regular meeting at 8:53 p.m.
X. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting
adjourned at 8:53 p.m.
APPROVED THE DAY OF JANUARY 2010.
Peter B. Lewis, Mayor
Cathy Richardson, Deputy City Clerk
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available for review at the City Clerk's Office and at the Library.
Internet: http://www.auburnwa.gov
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