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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. PAGE 2 CITY OF AUBURN COUNCIL MEETING March 5, 1990 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. PAGE 3 CITY OF AUBURN COUNCIL MEETING March 5, 1990 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. PAGE 4 CITY OF AUBURN COUNCIL MEETING March 5, 1990 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 PAGE 5 CITY OF AUBURN COUNCIL MEETING March 5, 1990 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 PAGE 6 CITY OF AUBURN COUNCIL MEETING March 5, 1990 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 PAGE 7 CITY OF AUBURN COUNCIL MEETING March 5, 1990 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. PAGE 8 CITY OF AUBURN COUNCIL MEETING 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 PAGE 9 There being no further business to come before the Auburn City Council, the meeting adjourned at 8:41 p.m.