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MEETING MINUTES
WASHINGTON
1. CALL TO ORDER
JUNE 21, 2010 7:30 PM
A. Flag Salute
Mayor Peter B. Lewis called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
Scout Austin Bastrom from Boy Scout Troop 401 led those in
attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance.
B. Roll Call
Councilmembers present: Rich Wagner, Sue Singer, Nancy
Backus, Bill Peloza, Lynn Norman, Virginia Haugen, and John
Partridge.
Directors and staff members present: Information Services
Director Lorrie Rempher; Chief of Police Jim Kelly; Finance Director
Shelley Coleman; Acting Planning Director Kevin Snyder; City
Attorney Daniel B. Heid; Risk Manager Rob Roscoe; Public Works
Director Dennis Dowdy; Recreation Manager Brian Petty; Planning
Manager Elizabeth Chamberlain; Employee Relations and
Compensation Manager John Fletcher; and City Clerk Danielle
Daskam.
C. Announcements and Appointments
1. Announcements
a) Landon Gibson, merit badge counselor for Boy
Scout Troop 401, introduced Boy Scout troop
members in attendance working on their
Citizenship in the Community merit badge.
b) Introduction of YMCA Executive Director Jason
Berry
Mr. Terry Davis, a member of the YMCA Board of
Directors, introduced the new Executive Director for
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the Auburn Valley YMCA, Jason Berry. Mr. Berry is
originally from Washington State, and graduated from
Whitman College and obtained his masters from San
Jose State University. Mr. Berry and his wife were
anxious to return to the Pacific Northwest. Mr. Berry
recently spent eight years in California where he held
leadership positions with the YMCA. Mr. Berry is
enthusiastic about the community and eager to learn
how the YMCA can best serve the Auburn community
in the future.
Mayor Lewis and Councilmembers welcomed Mr.
Berry to the community.
c) Miss Washington Devanni Partridge
Mayor Lewis introduced Miss Washington Devanni
Partridge, who announced that the Miss Washington
Pageant will be held July 9 and 10 at the Highline
PerForming Arts Center in Renton. She urged all to
attend in support of Miss Auburn Hayley McJunkin.
d) Appointment of Planning and Development
Director '
Mayor Lewis announced the appointment of Interim
Planning Director Kevin Snyder as Planning and
Development Director. Kevin was hired by the City in
2008 as the Assistant Planning Director, and he
assumed duties as interim director in December
2009. He previously worked in Vancouver,
Washington, where he held the positions of Director
of Planning and Services and Principal Planner for a
consulting firm. He also spent two years as the
Director of the newly formed Community
Development Department for the City of Ridgefield,
Washington. He was the first Planning Manager for
the newly incorporated City of Spokane Valley, and a
senior planner for the cities of Beaverton, Oregon and
Battleground, Washington. He obtained his degree in
Political Science from Linfield College and his
masters in Urban and Regional Planning from
Portland State University.
e) Proclamation - "KidsDay"
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Mayor Lewis read and presented a Proclamation
declaring June 25, 2010 as KidsDay in the city of
Auburn to City of Auburn Recreation Manager Brian
Petty.
2. Appointments
There was no appointment for Council consideration.
D. Agenda Modifications
The agenda modification consisted of a revised Exhibit A to
Resolution No. 4608 under Item VI11.B.4 of these minutes.
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.
Ken Kier, 31740 124th Place SE, Auburn
Mr. Kier stated that he lives just north of Green River Community
College. He expressed opposition to the college's construction of a
new trades building on the site of park land, which was obtained
from the City in a land exchange agreement. He stated that the
college's construction of their student housing, and the planned
construction of the trades building, negatively impacts his Lea Hill
neighborhood.
Laura Moser of Waste Management Company, 701 2"d Street NW,
Auburn
Ms. Moser of Waste Management Company, spoke regarding
Waste Management's summer Clean Cart Challenge, which
rewards customers for good recycling habits. Today the programs
price patrol, consisting of herself and City of Auburn Solid Waste
Customer Care Representative Kathleen Edman visited customers
and chose one commercial customer, Pazzo Coffee, and one
residential customer, who received gift cards for practicing good
recycling habits.
Kat Albrecht, 1015 South 317th Street, Federal Way
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Ms. Albrecht stated that she is the founder of Missing Pet
Partnership (MPP), a national non-profit organization based in
Federal Way. Ms. Albrecht reported that MPP formed a
partnership with the City of Federal Way through their Community
Emergency Response Team (CERT) program. The purpose of
CERTMAR, which is Citizens Emergency Response Team Missing
Animal Response, is to train civilians who can capture and recover
panicked, stray, fost pets during times of disaster when animal
control services are overwhelmed. Ms. Albrecht indicated an
interest in a future partnership with Auburn similar to that being
tested in Federal Way.
Mary Ann Bentley, 29822 188t" Avenue SE, Kent
Ms. Bentley advised that she is a member of Washington State
Animal Response Team (WSART). WSART is a non-profit
organization with approximately 150 volunteers created to respond
to animal rescue during disaster, especially during times of flooding
in the rural areas. WSART focuses on large animal rescue.
WSART has the ability to assist with technical expertise in all forms
of animal evacuation and rescue in emergencies and is willing to
partner with organizations for this kind of technical expertise.
Kimo Jow, DVM, 29217 107th Avenue SE, Auburn
Mr. Jow is a veterinarian at Auburn Veterinary Hospital at 718
Auburn Way North, urged the City to partnership with the Valley
Regional Animal Park and Shelter for meeting local animal care
and sheltering needs in lieu of a contract with King County.
Don Edwards, 4212 Auburn Way North, Auburn
Mr. Edwards spoke on behalf of Valley Regional Animal
Partnership. Mr. Edwards has been a veterinarian in Auburn for
thirty-five years. He urged the Council to partnership with the
Valley Regional Animal Park and Shelter (VRAPS) for the City's
animal care services. He stated that VRAPS is the best solution for
Auburn's animal care services. He recommended the City opt for a
six month contract option with King County, and then look to
VRAPS for a permanent solution for animal care services. Mr.
Edwards stated that all positions on the Board, corporate officers,
and a director have been identified. Additionally, a potential facility
has been located. He stated that VRAPS will be able to provide
services at a cost savings for the City.
Maryellen Elcock, 35534 27t" Avenue SE, Auburn
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Ms. Elcock stated that recently she became aware of the efforts of
local veterinarians to form the Valley Region Animal Park and
Shelter (VRAPS). She stated that she was asked by Don Edwards
to be a candidate for the director of the VRAPS program. Ms.
Elcock spoke in favor of the VRAPS program and indicated her
willingness to accept the director position for VRAPS. Ms. Elcock
reported that she attended Mount Holyoake College where she
studied biology and received her masters in public health from Yale
University. She received a doctorate in epidemiology at the
University of California Davis. She was employed as an
epidemiologist in California for twelve years. She currently owns a
pet care business in Auburn, Creekside Critter Care. She urged
the Council to contract with VRAP for animal care services.
C. Correspondence
There was no correspondence for Council review.
III. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
A3.7.6
A. Municipal Services
Chair Peloza reported the Municipal Services Committee met June
14, 2010. The Committee approved Resolution No. 4606, which
provides for the acceptance of a grant from the U.S. Department of
Justice for community policing program. The Committee discussed
the King County Animal Care Interlocal Agreement. Chair Peloza
- stated that King County will be ending its existinq~ contract with the
City for animal control services effective June 30 . The Committee
has reviewed the proposed animal care services agreement
extensively. Member Partridge reported on the local veterinarians'
plans for forming a non-profit organization to estabtish animal care
within the city of Auburn. The Committee also discussed towing
services, taxi cab code and enforcement issues, Resolution No.
4608 authorizing an agreement with Olympic Court Security, a
budget amendment, and proposed Ordinance No. 6314 related to
fireworks. The next regular meeting of the Municipal Services
Committee is scheduled for June 28, 2010 at 4:00 p.m.
B. Planning & Community Development
Chair Norman reported the Planning and Community Development
Committee met June 14, 2010. The Committee discussed
Resolution No. 4602 relating to the Interlocal Agreement with King
County for animal care services, Resolution No. 4605 relating to
right-of-way vacation, mufti-family and mixed use development
design standards, Ordinance No. 6313 approving budget
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amendment number 6, and the Committee's matrix. The next
regular meeting of the Planning and Community Development
Committee is scheduled for June 28 at 5:00 p.m. The Planning
and Community and Development Committee will also hold a
special meeting on June 22 to discuss Project ASCENT and the
Auburn Environmental Park.
C. Public Works
Chair Wagner reported the Public Works Committee met this
afternoon at 3:30. The Committee approved contract
administration items to advertise for bids for demolishing two
vacant buildings in downtown Auburn that are owned by the City
and a consultant agreement for the engineering on the promenade
on Division Street. The Committee discussed Ordinance No. 6312,
which clarifies the authority of the Mayor as it relates to
negotiations for the acquisition of property needed for projects such
as the M Street grade separation and the A Street extension. The
Committee also discussed Resolution No. 4605 setting a date for a
public hearing on the proposed vacation of a small piece of alley
near Auburn High School, Resolution 4609 relating to the bid
award to the lowest responsible bidder for Project CP0819 the
Peasley Canyon Road Culvert Replacement, Ordinance No. 6313
approving a budget amendment, a proposal from Iron Horse
Casino to reduce their gambling tax rate, a new proposal for
latecomer's agreements for streets, a proposal from the Army
Corps of Engineers through Pierce County to participate in a study
on flooding on the White River Study, and the capital project status
reports. The next regular meeting of the Public Works Committee
is scheduled for July 6, 2010 at 3:30 p.m.
D. Finance
Chair Backus reported the Finance Committee met this evening at
6:00. The Committee approved claims and payroll vouchers,
excepting claims voucher number 395851 in amount of $75.00.
The Committee also approved Ordinance No. 6313 approving a
budget amendment, Resolution No. 4602 relating to the interlocal
agreement with King County for animal care services, and
Resolution No. 4608 approving a agreement with Olympic Security
for court security services. The Committee discussed Ordinance
No. 6312, Consultant Agreement No. AG-C-383, Resolution No.
4609, the Puyallup River Corps General Investigation Study,
Ordinance No. 6314 related to fireworks, Resolution No. 4606, the
gambling tax for the Iron Horse Casino, and the April monthly
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financial report. The next regular meeting of the Finance
Committee is scheduled for July 6, 2010 at 6:00 p.m.
E. Community Center
Chair Wagner reported the Community Center Committee has not
met since the last Council meeting. The next meeting of the
Community Center Committee is scheduled for July 22, 2010 at
9:00 a.m..
F. Downtown Redevelopment
Chair Norman reported the Downtown Redevelopment Committee
met June 8. The Committee discussed downtown street and
pedestrian lighting and economic benefits of park and open space
in the downtown area. The next regular meeting of the Downtown
Redevelopment Committee is scheduled for June 22, 2010 at 4:00
p.m.
G. Council Operations Committee
Chair Wagner reported the Council Operations Committee met
June 15, 2010 to review the Council Rules of Procedure. The next
meeting of the Council Operations Committee is scheduled for
June 24, 2010 at 5:00 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 represented the Mayor at
several events while he was out of town. She attended the Public
Issues Committee, the Senior Center coffee hour, meetings with
potential charter clients for the Auburn Scientific Center for
Emergent New Technologies (ASCENT), a panel discussion at the
University of Washington Bothell Eastside Center of Excellence on
the City's nanotechnology and clean technology incubator project,
a DARE program, chaired the Auburn Tourism Board, a Sister
Cities meeting, and a special Council meeting on June 18, 2010.
Councilmember Partridge will attend the Regional Law Safety and
Justice Committee meeting later this week. Councilmember
Partridge reported that he assisted in coordinating a challenge to
local elementary school students to enter a coloring contest on
behalf of their school in pursuit of a$10,000 technology grant
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through an organization called FireFacts.org. Although no Auburn
school won the grand prize, Auburn School District was the
recipient of a second place prize of $250. Additionally, the Auburn
School District had the largest number of entries is this nationwide
contest. Two Auburn students won first place recognition for their
pictures. Councilmember Partridge also spoke regarding his work
with local veterinarians on an alternative to the King County
Interlocal Agreement for animal services. He congratulated the
veterinarian group on their efforts in forming the Valley Regional
Animal Park and Shelter program.
Councilmember Norman reminded the Council that Friday, June
25th is KidsDay in the city of Auburn. As part of KidsDay, the
Discovery Playground dedication and grand opening will take
place. She thanked the volunteers who helped plant hundreds of
plants and trees at Discovery Playground this past Saturday in the
pouring rain.
Councilmember Backus reported on her attendance at a seminar
provided by the National Brownfield Association on Strategic
Redevelopment of Urban Centers, the Leadership Institute of
South Puget Sound graduation, the Valley Regional Fire Authority
monthly board meeting, a DARE graduation, a Washington
Elementary School walkathon, the special Council meeting on June
18, 2010, and helped plant plants and trees at Discovery
Playground.
Councilmember Peloza reported that he attended the National
League of Cities Energy, Environment and Natural Resources
Steering Committee, where he presented a draft resolution on the
eradication and control of milfoil in bodies of fresh water. If, the
resolution is approved out of committee in August, it will then be
presented to the National League of Cities (NLC) Board for
approval. NLC Board approval witl make milfoil eradication eligible
for federal grant funding. Councilmember Peloza also attended the
Auburn Airport Advisory Board meeting, the Auburn International
Farmers Market Board meeting, the King County Solid Waste
Advisory Committee meeting, and the annual Flag Day Ceremony
in Federal Way.
B. From the Mayor
Mayor Lewis reported that representatives from Auburn's Sister
City, Tamba, Japan, will arrive in Auburn July 24th. Mayor Lewis
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stated that the visit is an opportunity for economic development
exchange.
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 7, 2010 regular City Council
meeting.
B. Vouchers
F4.9.2, F4.9.5
1. Claims
Claims check numbers 395551 through 395976 in the
amount of $4,164,508.44 and dated June 7, 2010.
2. Payroll
Payroll check numbers 529117 through 529221 in the
amount of $807,404.94 and electronic deposit transmissions
in the amount of $1,178,126.33 for a grand total of
$1,985,531.27 for the period covering June 3, 2010 to June
16, 2010.
C. Contract Administration
1. Public Works Project No. CP1014
04.4.1
City Council grant permission to advertise for bids for Project
No. CP1014, Commercial Buildings Demolition Project.
2. Consultant Agreement No. AG-C-383
03.4.1.1, 04.9.1 CP1005
City Council grant permission to enter into Consultant
Agreement No. AG-C-383 with KPG, Inc. for Engineering
Services for Project No. CP1005, The South Division Street
Promenade Project.
Deputy Mayor Singer moved and Councilmember Wagner seconded to
approve the Consent Agenda with the exception of claims voucher
number 395851.
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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. 6312
F4.8
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, amending Sections 2.03.030 and 12.04.050 of
the Auburn City Code relating to authority of the Mayor
Councilmember Wagner moved and Deputy Mayor Singer
seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 6312.
Councilmember Haugen spoke against Ordinance No. 6312.
MOTION CARRIED. 6-1. Councilmember Haugen voted
no.
2. Ordinance No. 6313
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 Nos.
6226, 6246, 6278, 6285 and Ordinance No. 6299
authorizing amendment to the City of Auburn 2009-2010
Budget as set forth in Schedule "A"
Councilmember Backus moved and Councilmember
Norman seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No.
6313.
MOTION CARRIED. 6-1. Councilmember Haugen voted
no.
3. Ordinance No. 6314
01.8
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An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, amending Chapter 8.24 of the Auburn City
Code relating to fireworks
Councilmember Peloza moved to introduce and adopt
Ordinance No. 6314. There was no second.
Councilmember Peloza moved and Deputy Mayor Singer
seconded to remand Ordinance No. 6314 to the Municipal
Services Committee for further review.
MOTION CARRIED. 7-0.
B. Resolutions
1. Resolution No. 4602
01.1
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
an Interlocal Agreement between the City of Auburn and
King County for Animal Services
Councilmember Backus moved and Councilmember
Norman seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4602.
Councilmember Partridge moved and Deputy Mayor Singer
seconded to amend the term of the service agreement with
King County to six months rather than two and one-half
years.
In response to comments from Councilmember Haugen, City
Attorney Heid explained that the question before the Council
is on an agreement between the City of Auburn and King
County, not between the City and a non-profit organization.
Councilmember Backus spoke in favoring of entering into an
interlocal agreement with King County for two and one-half
years and continue to work with members of the Valley
Region Animal Park and Shelter for future partnering
opportunities.
Councilmember Partridge spoke in favor of his amendment.
He stated that the timing of the issue affected the ability of
the veterinarians' to secure a contract with the City. The
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veterinarians have committed individuals to serve on their
board and a bank of volunteers to assist as well as a
proposed facility that could be in operation by January 1,
2011. The group has immediate plans to raise funds
through grants and community efforts to build a new state-
of-the art facility in the future.
Deputy Mayor Singer spoke in favor of the amendment. She
commended the group that has come forward to propose an
alternative to King County services.
Councilmember Wagner expressed his respect for the
individuals that have proposed the Valley Region Animal
Park and Shelter. Councilmember Wagner stated that he
believes that six months is not enough time to bring their
program and agreement to fruition. Councilmember Wagner
stated that he strongly believes that animal care services
should be a regional program such as SCORE and Valley
Com.
MOTION TO AMEND FAILED. 2-5. Councilmembers
Backus, Haugen, Norman, Peloza and Wagner voted no.
Councilmember Peloza expressed his appreciation for the
efforts of the veterinarians and others who proposed the
Valley Region Animal Park and Shelter program.
Councilmember Peloza stated that because the timeline for
committing to King County was so narrow, there has not
been sufficient planning time for such an important project.
He spoke in favor of entering into the agreement with King
County for animal services.
MOTION CARRIED. 6-1. Councilmember Haugen voted
no.
Councilmember Backus moved and Councilmember
Norman seconded to support the Mayor in long-term
negotiations for a potential future agreement with Valley
Region Animal Park and Shelter organization.
MOTION CARRIED
Partridge voted no.
5-2. Councilmembers Haugen
2. Resolution No. 4605
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03.9 V05-09
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, receiving a petition for vacation and setting a
public hearing to consider the vacation of the remaining
portion of the alley east of E Street NE between 3rd Street
NE and 4th Street NE within the city of Auburn, Washington
Councilmember Wagner moved and Deputy Mayor Singer
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4605.
MOTION CARRIED. 6-1. Councilmember Haugen voted
no.
3. Resolution No. 4606
F5.4.1
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor to accept grant funds
from the U.S. Department of Justice for a Byrne Memorial
Justice Assistance Grant
Councilmember Peloza moved and Deputy Mayor Singer
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4606.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
4. Resolution No. 4608
A1.4.1, A3.16.6
A Resolution of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing
the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an agreement between
the City of Auburn and Olympic Security, Inc., for court
security services
Councilmember Backus moved and Councilmember
Norman seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4608.
MOTION CARRIED. 6-1. Councilmember Haugen voted
no.
5. Resolution No. 4609
04.8.1 CP0819
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 the lowest
responsible bidder for Public Works Contract Number 09-04,
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Project Number CP0819, Peasley Canyon Road Culvert
Replacement
Councilmember Wagner moved and Deputy Mayor Singer
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4609.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting
adjourned at 9:27 p.m.
APPROVED THE DAY OF JULY, 2010.
Peter B. Lewis, Mayor Danielle Daskam, City Clerk
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