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HomeMy WebLinkAboutITEM V-A-1CITY COUNCIL 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 Page 1 Citv of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes June 21, 2010 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" Page 2 Citv of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes June 21, 2010 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 Page 3 Citv of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes June 21, 2010 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 Page 4 Citv of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes June 21, 2010 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 Page 5 Citv of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes June 21, 2010 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 Page 6 Citv of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes June 21, 2010 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 Page 7 Citv of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes June 21, 2010 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 Page 8 Citv of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes June 21, 2010 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. Page 9 Citv of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes June 21, 2010 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 Page 10 Citv of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes June 21, 2010 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 Page 11 City of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes June 21, 2010 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 Page 12 Citv of Auburn Council Meetinq Minutes June 21, 2010 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, Page 13 Citv of Auburn Council Meetina Minutes June 21, 2010 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 City Council agendas and minutes are available to the public at the City Clerk's Office, on the City website, and via e-mail. Complete agenda packets are available for review at the City Clerk's Office and at the Library. Internet: http://www.auburnwa.gov Page 14