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I. CALL TO ORDER
II. LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT
We would like to acknowledge the Federally Recognized Muckleshoot Indian Tribe, the
ancestral keepers of the land we are gathered on today. We thank them for their
immense contributions to our state and local history, culture, economy, and identity as
Washingtonians.
Ill. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
1. Public Participation
The meeting was held virtually and in-person.
A. Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Nancy Backus called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. in the
Council Chambers of Auburn City Hall, 25 West Main Street, and led those
in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance.
IV. Roll Call •
Councilmembers present: Deputy Mayor James Jeyaraj, Bob Baggett,
Kate Baldwin, Larry Brown, Robyn Mulenga, Chris Steams and Yolanda
Trout-Manuel.
Department directors and staff members present included: City Attorney
Kendra Comeau, Real Estate Manager Josh Arndt, Chief of Police Mark
Caillier, Director of Public Works Ingrid Gaub, Development Services
Manager Jason Krum, Director of Finance Jamie Thomas, Director of
Innovation and Technology David Travis, Business Systems
Analyst Jonathan Barbano, and City Clerk Shawn Campbell were in
Chambers.
V. AGENDA MODIFICATIONS
Mayor's Proclamation regarding Mental Illness Awareness
Week, Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and Indigenous Peoples'
Day were added to the agenda. Council received an updated version of
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Resolution No. 5685 prior to the meeting.
A. Mayor's Proclamation-Mental Illness Awareness Week
Mayor Backus read and proclaimed the Week of October 2nd as Mental
Illness Awareness Week. Robin Hinz from the South King County National
Alliance on Mental Illness accepted the proclamation and thanked the
Mayor and Council for their support.
B. Mayor Proclamation- Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Mayor Backus read and proclaimed the month of October 2022 as
Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
C. Mayor's Proclamation- Indigenous Peoples' Day
Mayor Backus read and proclaimed October 10, 2022 as Indigenous
Peoples' Day in the City of Aubum. Councilmember Chris Stearns thanked
the Mayor for her support of Indigenous Peoples' Day.
VI. CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS AND CORRESPONDENCE
D. Audience Participation
This is the place on the agenda where the public is invited to speak to the City
Council on any issue.
1. The public can participate in-person or submit written
comments in advance.
Janet King provided written comments regarding homeless
encampments.
Virginia Haugan 2503 R Street SE,Auburn
Ms. Haugan spoke regarding Resolution No. 5685.
E. Correspondence
There was no correspondence for Council to review.
VII. COUNCIL AD HOC COMMITTEE REPORTS
Council Ad Hoc Committee Chairs may report on the status of their ad hoc Council
Committees' progress on assigned tasks and may give their recommendation to the
City Council, if any.
1. Finance Ad Hoc Committee (Chair Baggett)
Councilmember Baggett, Chair of the Finance ad hoc committee,
reported he and Councilmember Baldwin have reviewed the claims
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and payroll vouchers described on the agenda this evening and
recommended their approval.
VIII. 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 of the September 19, 2022 Regular City Council
Meeting
B. Minutes of the September 26, 2022 Study Session Meeting
C. Claims Voucher(Thomas)
Claims voucher list dated October 3, 2022 which includes voucher numbers 469583
through 469731, in the amount of$5,238,691.74 and three wire transfers in the amount
of$744,088.81
D. Payroll Voucher(Thomas)
Payroll check numbers 539415 through 539420 in the amount of$627,008.35,
electronic deposit transmissions in the amount of$2,348,341.08 for a grand total of
$2,975,349.43 for the period covering September 15, 2022 to September 28, 2022
E. Setting the Date for Public Hearing for Sprint Communications
Company, L.P. Franchise Agreement
City Council to set the date for a Public Hearing for Franchise Agreement No. FRN21-
0003 for Sprint Communications Company, L.P.for a Telecommunications Franchise
F. Setting the Date for a Public Hearing for the 2023 Community
Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan
City Council to set the date for a Public Hearing for the City of Aubum's Community
Development Block Grant 2022 Annual Action Plan
Deputy Mayor Jeyaraj moved and Councilmember Mulenga seconded to
approve the consent agenda.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0
IX. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no unfinished business.
X. NEW BUSINESS
There was no new business.
Xl. ORDINANCES
A. Ordinance No. 6881 (Thomas)
An Ordinance adding a new section to Chapter 3.23 of the Auburn City Code (ACC)
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imposing a Transportation Benefit District(TBD) Sales and Use Tax authorized by
RCW 84.55 and RCW 36.73
Councilmember Brown moved and Councilmember Trout-Manuel
seconded to approve Ordinance No. 6881.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0
B. Ordinance No. 6886 (Caillier/Comeau)
An Ordinance amending Section 9.24.020 of the Auburn City Code, and repealing
Section 9.24.030 of the Auburn City Code related to the designation and enforcement
of anti-drug emphasis areas in the City
Deputy Mayor Jeyaraj moved and Councilmember Mulenga seconded to
approve Ordinance No. 6886.
Councilmember Stearns moved and Councilmember Brown seconded to
amend Section No.4 of Ordinance No. 6886 to include "the City shall
conduct an equity analysis of the impact of this ordinance".
The Council discussed if the amendment is for an analysis of future data or
to compile data from the past, and if there would be a one-time or ongoing
analysis.
MOTION TO AMEND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0
Council discussed the ordinance emphasizing the City's commitment to
safety in the community.
MOTION AS AMENDED CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0
XII. RESOLUTIONS
A. Resolution No. 5680 (Gaub)
A Resolution approving a material change policy as it relates to the Auburn
Transportation Benefit District funded projects
Councilmember Brown moved and Councilmember Trout-Manuel
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 5680.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0
B. Resolution No. 5681 (Comeau)
A Resolution amending the City of Auburn Fee Schedule to adjust for 2023 fees
Deputy Mayor Jeyaraj moved and Councilmember Baggett seconded to
adopt Resolution No. 5681.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0
C. Resolution No. 5685 (Comeau)
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A Resolution approving and ratifying the Purchase and Sale Agreement between the
City of Auburn and Multicare for Real Property
Deputy Mayor Jeyaraj moved and Councilmember Mulenga seconded to
adopt Resolution No. 5685.
Council discussed the funding for the purchase, the budgeting process,
and the use of the property.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0
D. Resolution No. 5686 (Hinman)
A Resolution adopting the 2023 State Legislative Agenda
Councilmember Stearns moved and Deputy Mayor Jeyaraj seconded to
adopt Resolution No. 5686.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0
XIII. MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS
At this time the Mayor and City Council may report on significant items associated with
their appointed positions on federal, state, regional and local organizations.
A. From the Council
Deputy Mayor Jeyaraj reported he attended a session of the Civics
Academy and the Mexican Independence Day celebration.
Councilmember Baldwin reported she attended the Boeing Additive
Manufacturing event and a White River Valley Museum fundraiser.
Councilmember Mulenga reported she will be attending the Valley Regional
Fire Authority Budget Meetings over the next two weeks.
Councilmember Stearns reported he is a representative on the National
League of Cities (NLC) Indigenous Municipal Officials Organization, he
noted the group has lobbied to have full constituency rights with NLC which
has been granted.
Councilmember Trout-Manuel reported she met with the Auburn School
District regarding the "Handle with Care" program, and attended the
National League of Cities Hispanic Elected Local Officials (HELO)group
meeting.
B. From the Mayor
Mayor Backus reported she attended the National League of Cities Mayors
exchange; the Boeing Additive Manufacturing event; a meeting with King
County Executive Dow Constantine, Kent Mayor Ralph and Renton Mayor
Pavone to discuss behavioral health services; the Annual Employee
Luncheon; a meeting with April Putney and Kent Mayor Ralph to discuss
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homelessness intervention funding and met with Fred Meyer area
businesses regarding emphasis patrols.
XIV. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council,the meeting
was adjourned at 7:49 p.m.
APPROVED this 17th day of October, 2022.
N NCY BA' S�, MShawn Campbell, ity Clerk
Agendas and minutes are available to the public at the City Clerk's Office, on the City website
(http://www.aubumwa.gov), and via e-mail. Complete agenda packets are available for review
at the City Clerk's Office.
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