HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-05-1990CITY OF AUBURN
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
March 5, 1990 7:30 p.m.
1. CALL TO ORDER
The regular meeting of the City of Auburn Council was called to order by Mayor
Bob Roegner at 7:30 p.m. in the City of Auburn Council Chambers.
A. Flag Salute
Led by Scout Masters Charles Booth and Sherrill Clark, Boy Scout Troop 401
posted the colors of the flag. Boy Scouts participating in the flag ceremony
included Chad Newton, Joel Newton, Kelly Fox, Joshua Perry, Joel Wright,
James Cobb, and Richard Cobb.
B. Roll Call
Those in attendance included Mayor Bob Roegner and Councilmembers
Whittall, Wagner, Burns, Larson, Roland, and Kurle. Councilmember
Brothers was excused. Staff members in attendance included Police Chief
Jake Evans, Fire Chief Bob Johnson, Personnel Director Gretel Sloan, Parks
& Recreation Director Len Chapman, Finance Director Pat Dugan, Public
Works Director Frank Currie, Acting Planning Director Rob Chave, City
Attorney Marguerite Schellentrager, Police Captain Ray Sherman, Golf
Course Greens Superintendent Kevin Van, and City Clerk Robin Wohlhueter.
C. Announcements and Appointments
Announcements - None.
2. Appointments - None
D. Agenda Modifications - None.
II. CITIZEN INPUT PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE
A. Public Hearings - None.
B. Audience Participation
Auburn Golf Course Fees
F4.3, 04.4.7, A3.6.4.1
Mayor Roegner requested a show of hands of those people in the audience
were here to address proposed Ordinance No. 4412 setting golf course fees
and charges, and establishing policies upon which fees and charges are set
for the Auburn Golf Course. Approximately twenty people raised their
hand. Mayor Roegner reminded the citizens this is not a public hearing, and
comments should be brief and to the point.
CITY OF AUBURN COUNCIL MEETING
March 5, 1990
William Peloza - 1426 Ginko Street S.E., Auburn, WA
Drawing attention to the overhead projector, Mr. Peloza summarized the
history behind previous Park Board meetings and public meetings held
addressing the change in Golf Course fees and charges, and policies relating
to annual fee payees. The overlay Mr. Peloza displayed is entitled Citizen
for Appeal Golf Green Fees and Cart Storage dated March 5, 1990.
Even though improvements to the Golf Course are appreciated, Mr. Peloza
felt taking away annual fees from citizens who have benefited in the past is
unfair because other golf courses offer annual fees and citizens will go
elsewhere to play golf.
Mr. Peloza questioned how the City derived taking away annual fees and
cart storage, and if other options were considered such as raising rates for
cart storage. Mr. Peloza recommended the Council consider tabling their
decision until it is adequately measured.
Linda Hiffman - 1722 Porter Street, Enumclaw, WA
Linda Hiffman said she was born and raised in Auburn and her parents still
reside in Auburn, and she is here on behalf of her parents. Ms. Hiffman
expressed concern of the change in golf course fees because her parents are
retired, and they are capable of pursuing the game of golf and feel
threatened with the increase of fees. Ms. Hiffman concluded her comments
by stating the government is here to serve the people, and elected officials
should understand this.
George Wilbourne - 210 37th Street S.E., Auburn, WA
George Wilbourne is currently the Men's Club President of the Auburn Golf
Course, and spoke on behalf of senior citizens and annual rate payers. Mr.
Wilbourne stated these citizens served the Golf Course prior to Auburn
owning it.
Marv Tungsvik - 1905 Dogwood Drive S.E., Auburn, WA
As a present member of the Park Board, Mary Tungsvik explained to the
Council the considerations the Park Board made. Ms. Tungsvik stated the
Park Board recommendation to approve the proposed Ordinance which
eliminates annual fees is fair. Ms. Tungsvik agreed the Golf Course needs
new equipment and capital improvements, but the expense of these items
should be shared equally by all golfers.
After conclusion of audience participation, Mayor Roegner called on Len
Chapman for a brief update on the Golf Course.
Len Chapman briefly reviewed the history of the course fro the time it was
purchased from the Green River Golf and County Club in 1968 for
$118,000, though the years it was subsidized by the General Fund, to the
present time where it has been self supporting since 1986. He stated that
improvements have been made to the course in the past four years and over
$2.5 million additional improvements have been identified. Chapman said
that in order to pay for these improvements a new fee structure, which is
equitable to all golfers, should be adopted. He explained Ordinance No.
4412 which would implement a new fee structure.
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Len Chapman said the Ordinance is a compromise offered by the Auburn
Park Board, and is a phased proposal sensitive to the needs of the seniors.
The new fee structure would continue the annual rates for one more year
and then offer a low daily rate to senior citizens based on a percentage of
the regular rate. He said that the regular daily rate will be an average of
several golf course in the area. The senior rate for the next two years will
be fifty percent of the regular daily rate making it the lowest senior rate in
the area.
Ordinance No. 4412
An Ordinance of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing the director
of Parks and Recreation to set reasonable fees and charges and establishing
policies upon which fees and charges are set for the Auburn Golf Course.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Larson to
introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 4412.
Under discussion some of the Councilmembers expressed concern on whether
or not the City has taken the opportunity to look at all options, how rates
are established, if the fee structures allow for capital improvements or the
retirement of bonds in the future, and rates for seniors.
The council voted on the motion. The MOTION is defeated at this time 3-
3. Mayor Roegner requested a show of hands. Councilmembers Kurle,
Whittall, and Roland voted no. Councilmembers Larson, Wagner, and Burns
voted yes. Ordinance No. 4412 is defeated at this time. As a point of
clarification, Mayor Roegner cannot vote on an item he can veto.
2. Sidewalks
Sherrill Clark - 1717 3rd Street N.E., Auburn, WA
04.12, A3.6.4.1
Sherrill Clark expressed concern for the lack of sidewalks on the east side of
town. Mr. Clark stated he walks for exercise and occasionally has to dodge
cars.
Mayor Roegner responded the City has adopted goals that include
improvement to sidewalks in Auburn through either a public process or
Local Improvement District within the next few months.
3. Earth Day
Len Elliott - 2006 Riverview Dr. N.E., Auburn, WA
A 1. 3.4
Mr. Elliott questioned the Council on Resolution No. 2045, appearing under
VII.B.2 of tonight's agenda, about whether or not open spaces had been
identified.
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Councilmember Burns responded to Mr. Elliott's question by stating the open
space area the City has identified is the South side of the Stuck River for
development of the White River and Lakeland Hill Parks.
C. Correspondence
04.7.3
A letter dated February 27, 1990 to Mayor Roegner from Len Elliott
requesting the City observe "Earth Day" on April 22, 1990 by encouraging
citizens to use recycling facilities.
III. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
A. Municipal Services
A3.6.4.4
Chairman Whittall reported the Municipal Services Committee has not met
since the last Council meeting; however, on tonight's agenda Resolution No.
2046 authorizes a donation of surplus city property to a non-profit
organization. Chairman Whittall requested Council support of this item. The
next Municipal Services Committee meeting is scheduled for March 15, 1990
at 5:30 p.m.
B. Planning & Community Development
A 3.6.4.4
Chairman Burns stated the Planning & Community Development Committee
met on February 26, 1990 and the minutes are of public record. Chairman
Burns invited the Council to attend the next Planning & Community
Development Committee meeting scheduled for Monday, March 12, 1990.
The Committee will be briefed on the proposed Solid Waste Management
Plan.
C. Public Works
A3.6.4.4
Chairman Kurle reported the Public Works Committee met this evening prior
to the Council meeting and the minutes would be of public record when
published. He requested support for resolutions appearing on this evening's
agenda.
Regional Transportation Benefit District
A1.7
Motion by Councilmember Kurle, second by Councilmember Burns that
Auburn should not become a member of the Regional Transportation Benefit
District at this time.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
Councilmember Burns pointed out that even though Auburn has chosen not
to be a member, staff may still attend meetings of the Regional
Transportation Benefit District with participation possibly in the future.
The next Public Works Committee meeting is prior to the next Council
meeting on March 19, 1990 at 5:30 p.m.
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D. Finance
A3.6.4.4
Vice-Chairman Whittall reported the Finance Committee met prior to the
Council meeting tonight, and items listed under this evening's agenda include
a Resolution authorizing Community Suppers, participation to share in a
Group Retrospective Rating Plan with Washington Cities Insurance
Authority, and approval of claims and payroll. The minutes will be of
public record when published. The next Finance Committee meeting will be
prior to the next Council meeting of March 19, 1990 at 7:00 p.m.
IV. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minutes
A3.6.2
1. February 20, 1990 regular Council minutes.
B. Vouchers
F4.9.2, F4.9.5
1. Claim numbers #51941 through #52581 in the amount of $502,258.93.
2. Payroll #152661 through #153045 in the amount
of $463,656.93.
C. Call for Public Hearing
ANX0001-89
03.1 ANXOOOI-89
Request approval to call for public hearing to be held on March 19,
1990 on the request of Ronald Balmer for annexation of 1.66 acres
located on the east side of "A" Street SE in the 3200 block (3214 "A"
Street SE).
D. Contract Administration
Street Improvement No. 266
04.9.1
Recommend approval of Pay Estimate #5 - Final, to Signal Electric in
the amount of nine thousand three hundred twelve dollars and twenty
three cents ($9,312.23) for St. Imp. 266, Contract #87-19, West Valley
Hwy and 15th St. N.W. signalization.
Motion by Councilmember Larson, second by Councilmember Kurle to approve
consent agenda items IV.A. through IV.D.I.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
V. OLD BUSINESS - None.
V1. NEW BUSINESS
A. CUPOOOI-90
03.10.1 CUP0001-90
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Council consideration on the request of Stobie and Associates for approval of
a Conditional Use Permit for a tri-plex to be located on the north side of
18th Street N.E. in the 1000 block.
Motion by Comtcilmember Burns to approve the Conditional use Permit
based upon the Hearing Examiner's Findings of Fact, Conclusions and
Conditions and to instruct the City Attorney to prepare the necessary
Ordinance. Second by Councilmember Kurle.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
VII. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
A. Ordinances
Ordinance No. 4412
F4.3, 04.4.7
An Ordinance of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing the
director of Parks and Recreation to set reasonable fees and charges and
establishing policies upon which fees and charges are set for the
Auburn Golf Course.
Please see I1.B. of these minutes for action on Ordinance No. 4412.
2. Ordinance No. 4417
03.5 44-88
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
approving the final plat of Auburn Six located at the East end of 21st
Street S.E., to the City of Auburn, according to the plat on file with
the clerk of the City of Auburn.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Kurle to
introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 4417.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
B. Resolutions
1. Resolution No. 2018
A5.3.17
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an agreement
between the City of Auburn and Auburn Community Suppers.
Motion by Councilmember Whittall, second by Councilmember Roland
to introduce and adopt Resolution No. 2018.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
2. Resolution No. 2045
A 1. 3.4
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A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
adopting an expenditure plan of bond proceeds received from King
County for the acquisition and development of open space projects.
Motion by Councilmember Burns, second by Councilmember Kurle to
adopt Resolution No. 2045.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
3. Resolution No. 2046
F4.6.1
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
authorizing the donation of surplused property to a non-profit
organization.
Motion by Councilmember Whittall, second by Councilmember Roland
to introduce and adopt Resolution No. 2046.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
4. Resolution No. 2049
04.9.1 St. Imp. 281 90-06
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an agreement for
professional services between the City of Auburn and Bell-Walker
Engineers, Inc., to provide consulting services for the South 277th
Street Project Improvements.
Motion by Councilmember Kurle, second by Councilmember Burns to
introduce and adopt Resolution No. 2049.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
5. Resolution No. 2050
04.9.1 St. Imp. 287 90-07
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a proposal and
contract for preliminary engineering between the City of Auburn and
Gray & Osborne, Inc., to provide consulting engineering services for
the urban arterial trust project, U.A.B. No. 8-1-105(23) entitled
"Auburn Way South (SR-164) at Academy Drive Intersection" Project.
Motion by Councilmember Kurle, second by Councilmember Wagner
to introduce and adopt Resolution No. 2050.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
6. Resolution No. 2051
04.9.1 St. Imp. 291 90-08
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a consultant
agreement for preliminary engineering between the City of Auburn
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and Gray & Osborne, Inc., to provide engineering services for the SR
164/"M" Street/17th Street intersection improvements.
Motion by Councilmember Kurle, second by Councilmember Burns to
introduce and adopt Resolution No. 2051.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
7. Resolution No. 2052
04.11.1 87-26
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
setting a date for hearing on the final assessment roll for Local
Improvement District No. 338, for construction and installation of
waterlines in 4th Street N.E. (324th Street S.E.) and in 102nd Place
S.E., Auburn, Washington.
Motion by Councilmember Kurle, second by Councilmember Wagner
to introduce and adopt Resolution No. 2052.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
8. Resolution No. 2053
04.9.1 88-17, F2.4.9
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
setting a date for hearing on the final assessment roll for Local
Improvement District No. 339, for the improvement by acquisition,
paving and related work of the following: 53rd Street S.E., Ward
Avenue S.E., Bridget Avenue S.E., 55th Street S.E., Duncan Avenue
S.E., Foster Avenue S.E. and 47th Street S.E., in Auburn, Washington.
Councilmember Wagner abstained from the vote on Resolution No.
2053 because of his participation as a resident in the formation of
Local Improvement District 339. Councilmember Wagner did not leave
the Council Chambers because this action is simply calling for a public
hearing.
Motion by Councilmember Kurle, second by Councilmember Burns to
introduce and adopt Resolution No. 2053.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0.
9. Resolution No. 2054
A3.11.3.2.4
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk of the City of Auburn, to
execute a contract between the City of Auburn and Washington Cities
Insurance Authority for participation to share in a Group
Retrospective Rating Plan.
Motion by Councilmember Whittall, second by Councilmember Roland
to introduce and adopt Resolution No. 2054.
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MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0.
VIII. MAYOR'S REPORT
A. Executive Session - None
IX. ADJOURNMENT
Bob Roegner, Mayor Robin Wohlhueter, City Clerk
90M3-5
March 5, 1990
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There being no further business to come before the Auburn City Council, the
meeting adjourned at 8:41 p.m.