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December 18, 2023 - 7:00 P M
City Hall Council Chambers
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I .C AL L T O O RD E R
I I .L AND AC K NO WL E D G M E NT
We would like to acknowledge the Federally Recognized Muckleshoot I ndian 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.
I I I .P UB L I C PART I C IPAT IO N
1.Public Participation
T he Auburn City Council Meeting scheduled for Monday December 18, 2023 at
7:00 p.m. will be held in person and virtually.
Virtual P articipation L ink:
To view the meeting virtually please click the below link, or call into the meeting at
the phone number listed below. The link to the Virtual Meeting is:
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the link:
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A .P ledge of Allegiance
I V.Roll Call
V.ANNO UNC E M E NT S, M AY O R'S P RO C L AM AT IO NS, AND P RE S E NTAT I O NS
V I .AG E ND A M O D I F IC AT I O NS
V I I .C IT IZE N I NP UT, P UB L I C HE ARI NG S AND C O RRE S P O ND E NC E
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A .P ublic Hearings
1.2024 C D B G A nnual A ction Plan P ublic Hearing (Tate)
City Council to conduct a P ublic Hearing to consider the Proposed 2024 Annual
Action P lan
B .Audience Participation
This is the place on the agenda where the public is invited to speak to the City
Council on any issue.
1.T he public can participate in-person or submit written
comments in advance.
Participants can submit written comments via mail, fax, or email. All written
comments must be received prior to 5:00 p.m. on the day of the scheduled
meeting and must be 350 words or less.
Please mail written comments to:
City of A uburn
Attn: Shawn Campbell, City Clerk
25 W Main S t
Auburn, WA 98001
Please fax written comments to:
Attn: Shawn Campbell, City Clerk
F ax number: 253-804-3116
Email written comments to:
publiccomment@auburnwa.gov
I f an individual requires an accommodation to allow for remote oral comment
because of a difficulty attending a meeting of the governing body, the City
requests notice of the need for accommodation by 5:00 p.m. on the day of the
scheduled meeting. Participants can request an accommodation to be able to
provide remote oral comment by contacting the City Clerk’s Office in person, by
phone (253) 931-3039, or email to publiccomment@auburnwa.gov
C.Correspondence - (T here is no correspondence for Council review.)
V I I I .C O UNC I L AD HO C C O M M IT T E E RE P O RT S
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.F inance Ad Hoc Committee (Chair B aldwin)
I X.C O NS E NT AG E ND A
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.
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A .Minutes of the December 4, 2023, City Council Meeting
B .Minutes of the December 11, 2023, Special City Council
Meeting
C.Minutes of the December 11, 2023, Study Session Meeting
D.Claims Vouchers (Thomas)
Claims voucher list dated December 13, 2023 which includes voucher number 474318
through 474428, in the amount of $2,312,613.59, three electronic fund transfers in the
amount of $565.99, and six wire transfers in the amount of $861,461.94
E .P ayroll Voucher (T homas)
P ayroll check numbers 539544 through 539549 in the amount of $83,416.59,
electronic deposit transmissions in the amount of $2,735,510.54, for a grand total of
$2,818,927.13 for the period covering November 30, 2023 to December 13, 2023
F.A nnual On-Call A greements (Gaub)
A pprove the A nnual On-Call A greements for P rofessional S ervices for 2024
(RE C O M M E ND E D AC T I O N: M ove to approve the Consent Agenda.)
X .UNF INIS HE D B US I NE S S
X I .NE W B US I NE S S
X I I .RE S O L UT IO NS
A .Resolution No. 5743 (Tate)
A Resolution adopting the 2024 Community Development B lock Grant A nnual A ction
P lan for the Consolidated P lan Years 2020-2024
(RE C O M M E ND E D AC T I O N: M ove to adopt Resolution No. 5743.)
B .Resolution No. 5750 (Gaub)
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute and administer an agreement accepting
grants from the Washington State Transportation I mprovement Board for the A uburn
Way South W idening and Regional Growth Center I mprovement P rojects
(RE C O M M E ND E D AC T I O N: M ove to adopt Resolution No. 5750.)
C.Resolution No. 5751
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement between the City of
A uburn and the Central Puget Sound Regional Transit A uthority for the conveyance of
interest real estate
D.Resolution No. 5752
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Temporary Construction Easement
between the City of Auburn and the Central P uget S ound Regional Transit Authority
over City-Owned Property located at 11 A Street NW
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X I I I .M AY O R AND C O UNC I L M E M B E R RE P O RT S
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
B .From the M ayor
X I V.AD J O URNM E NT
Agendas and minutes are available to the public at the City Clerk's Office, on the City website
(http://www.auburnwa.gov), and via e-mail. Complete agenda packets are available for review
at the City Clerk's Office.
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AGENDA BILL APPROVAL FORM
Agenda Subject:
2024 CDBG Annual Action Plan Public Hearing (Tate)
Date:
December 12, 2023
Department:
Community Development
Attachments:
Notice of Public Hearing
Budget Impact:
Current Budget: $0
Proposed Revision: $0
Revised Budget: $0
Administrativ e Recommendation:
City Council to conduct a Public Hearing to receive public comments, proposals, and
suggestions in regard to the Proposed 2024 Annual Action Plan.
Background for Motion:
Background Summary:
The City of Auburn’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Citizen Participation Plan
requires Public Hearings to be held at two key stages of the Annual Action Planning process
– prior to development to gain input on what should be included, and after the Action Plan has
been drafted. The City of Auburn Human Services Committee held an initial Public Hearing
during their October 27, 2023 meeting.
The proposed 2024 Annual Action Plan is a requirement for the Department of Housing and
Urban Development's CDBG Program. The Action Plan describes housing and community
development needs as well as proposed activities to address those needs. The Action Plan will
reflect all public comments received. The Action Plan brings together the planning and funding
recommendations for human services, neighborhood revitalization and capital improvements
funded by the Community Development Block Grant program.
The draft plan is posted on the City’s Community Services Division webpage, and written copies
are available upon request.
Rev iewed by Council Committees:
Councilmember:Trout-Manuel Staff:Tate
Meeting Date:December 18, 2023 Item Number:PH.1
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Department of Community Development
Community Services Division
25 West Main Street
Auburn, Washington 98001
Contact:
Jeff Tate, Director of Community Development.
Phone: (253) 804-5036
Email: jtate@auburnwa.gov
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND PUBLIC COMMENTS SOUGHT
REGARDING THE 2024 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN FOR THE COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM
Auburn, Washington ⎯ The City Council will conduct a public hearing in the Auburn City
Hall Council Chambers, 25 West Main Street, on Monday, December 18, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. or
soon thereafter. The purpose of this public hearing is to solicit public comments on the 2024
CDBG Annual Action Plan prior to its submission to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD).
The proposed 2024 Annual Action Plan is a requirement for the Department of Housing and
Urban Development's (HUD) Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. The
Action Plan will describe housing and community development needs as well as proposed
activities to address those needs. The Action Plan will reflect all public comments received. The
Action Plan brings together the planning and funding recommendations for human services,
neighborhood revitalization and capital improvements funded by the Community Development
Block Grant program. The Plan includes project descriptions, recommended funding and
proposed accomplishments for the 2024 program year.
In accordance with 24 CFR 91 of HUD, the City of Auburn solicits comments and public input
for its 2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program.
Copies of the City’s 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan and the Draft 2024 Action Plan are available,
at no charge, from the City of Auburn's Community Services Department located at 25 W. Main
Street, Auburn, 98001. It is also posted on the City’s website at
www.auburnwa.gov/communityservices.
Interested residents may offer oral comments at the Auburn City Council public hearing on
Monday, December 18, 2023 at 7:00pm.
The public can provide comments in-person or submit written comments in advance of the
scheduled meeting. Written comments regarding input on needs, priorities, or funding for the
2024 Annual Action Plan may be submitted via mail, fax, or email.
Please mail written comments to:
City of Auburn
Dept of Community Development
Attn: Jeff Tate, Director of Community Development
25 W Main St
Auburn, WA 98001
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Please fax written comments to:
Attn: Jeff Tate, Director of Community Development
Dept of Community Development
Fax number: 253-804-3114
Email written comments to:
Dept of Community Development
jtate@auburnwa.gov
If an individual requires an accommodation to allow for remote verbal comment because of a
difficulty attending a meeting of the board or commission, the City requests notice of the need
for accommodation by 3:00 p.m. on the day of the scheduled meeting. Participants can request
an accommodation to be able to provide remote verbal comment by contacting the Community
Services Manager in person, by phone (253) 876-1965, or email to jtate@auburnwa.gov .
Comments can also be submitted online, at www.speakupauburn.org/cdbg. Comments will be
accepted until 11:59pm on December 17, 2023.
Non-English speaking residents and citizens with speech, sight, or hearing impairments who
wish to comment at the public hearing should contact the Auburn Department of Community
Development. Each request will be considered individually according to the type of assistance
required, the availability of resources, and the financial ability of the City to provide
accommodation.
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AGENDA BILL APPROVAL FORM
Agenda Subject:
Minutes of the December 4, 2023, City Council Meeting
Date:
December 13, 2023
Department:
City Council
Attachments:
12-4-2023 Minutes
Budget Impact:
Current Budget: $0
Proposed Revision: $0
Revised Budget: $0
Administrativ e Recommendation:
Background for Motion:
Background Summary:
Rev iewed by Council Committees:
Councilmember:Staff:
Meeting Date:December 18, 2023 Item Number:CA.A
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City Council Meeting
December 4, 2023 - 7:00 P M
City Hall Council Chambers
MINUT E S
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I I .L AND AC K NO WL E D G M E NT
I I I .P UB L I C PART I C IPAT IO N
1.Public Participation
The City Council Meeting was held in person and virtually.
A .P ledge of Allegiance
Mayor Nancy Backus called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. in the
Council Chambers of A uburn City Hall, 25 West Main S treet and led those
in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance.
I V.Roll Call
Councilmembers present: Deputy Mayor J eyaraj, B ob Baggett, K ate
B aldwin, L arry B rown, Robyn Mulenga, Cheryl Rakes, and Yolonda Trout-
Manuel.
Mayor Nancy Backus and the following staff members present included:
A cting City A ttorney Harry B oesche, Chief of P olice Mark Caillier, Director
of Finance J amie Thomas, Director of Public Works I ngrid Gaub, Director
of P arks, A rts, and Recreation Daryl Faber, B usiness S ystems Analyst
J onathan B arbano, and City Clerk S hawn Campbell.
V.ANNO UNC E M E NT S, M AY O R'S P RO C L AM AT IO NS, AND P RE S E NTAT I O NS
A .K ing County Sexual Assault Resource Center Update
Dennis Higgins, Kate K rug, and Mary Ellen Stone from King County
S exual A ssault Resource Center, gave an update to Council on K C S A R C.
Ms. S tone thanked Council for their support and announced she is retiring
and Ms. K rug is the new C F O for K C S A R C.
B .Financial L iteracy Week
Mayor Backus proclaimed December 4, 2023, through December 8, 2023,
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as "Financial L iteracy Week" in the City of Auburn.
A uburn Mountainview High S chool D E C A Students, Halle Sudweeks,
Magee Alfrey, and B rooke Ketchum, accepted the proclamation and
thanked the Mayor and Council for their support.
C.E ntrepreneurship Week
Mayor Backus proclaimed December 10, 2023, through December 16,
2023, as "E ntrepreneurship Week" in the City of A uburn.
A uburn Mountainview High S chool D E C A Students, Camryn S inger, and
B ridget Smith, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Mayor and
Council for their support.
V I .AP P O I NT M E NT S
A .A rts Commission
City Council to approve the reappointments of Kristine de L eon, Tori Olsen, and
Trisenda Mayf ield to the A rts Commission f or a three year term expiring D ecember 31,
2026
Councilmember B rown moved and Councilmember B aldwin seconded to
reappointment K ristine de L eon, Tori Olsen, and Trisenda Mayfield to the
A rts Commission for a three year term to expire on December 31, 2026.
MO T I O N C A R R I E D UNA NI MO US LY. 7-0
B .S alary Commission
City C ouncil to approve the reappointment of J udith Anderson to the S alary
Commission for a four year term expiring December 31, 2027
Councilmember B aldwin moved and Councilmember Trout-Manuel
seconded to reappointment J udith A nderson to the S alary Commission for
a four year term to expire on December 31, 2027.
MO T I O N C A R R I E D UNA NI MO US LY. 7-0
C.L odging Tax Advisory Committee
City Council to approve the reappointment of A man Ghag to the L odging Tax A dvisory
Committee for a three year term expiring December 31, 2026
Councilmember Trout-Manuel moved and Councilmember Mulenga
seconded to reappointment A man Ghag to the L odging Tax A dvisory
Committee for a three year term to expire on December 31, 2026.
MO T I O N C A R R I E D UNA NI MO US LY. 7-0
D.Tourism Board
City Council to approve the reappointments of J ulie K rueger and Rachael McAlister to
the Tourism B oard for a three year term expiring December 31, 2026
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Councilmember Rakes moved and Councilmember Baggett seconded to
reappointment J ulie Krueger and Rachael Mc A lister to the Tourism B oard
for a three year term to expire on December 31, 2026.
MO T I O N C A R R I E D UNA NI MO US LY. 7-0
E .B I A Rate Payer Committee
City Council to approve the reappointment of B ill C owart to the B I A Rate Payer
Committee for a three year term expiring December 31, 2026
Deputy Mayor J eyaraj moved and Councilmember Trout-Manuel seconded
to reappointment Bill Cowart to the B I A Rate P ayer Committee for a three
year term to expire on December 31, 2026.
MO T I O N C A R R I E D UNA NI MO US LY. 7-0
F.Civil Service Commission
City Council to approve the reappointment of D avid Menke to the Civil S ervice
Commission for a six year term expiring December 31, 2029
Councilmember Tout-Manuel moved and Councilmember B rown
seconded to reappointment David Menke to the Civil S ervice Commission
for a six year term to expire on December 31, 2029.
MO T I O N C A R R I E D UNA NI MO US LY. 7-0
G.J unior City Council
City Council to approve the appointment of P atricia Amadeo to J unior City Council for
a two year term expiring August 31, 2025
Deputy Mayor J eyaraj moved and Councilmember Mulenga seconded to
appointment Patricia A madeo to the J unior City Council for a two year term
to expire on August 31, 2025.
MO T I O N C A R R I E D UNA NI MO US LY. 7-0
H.P arks and Recreation B oard
City Council to approve the reappointments of Michael Palko-Dean, Peter Di Turi and
Michael Hassen to the P arks and Recreation B oard for a three year term expiring
December 31, 2026
Councilmember B rown moved and Deputy Mayor J eyaraj seconded to
reappointment Michael P alko-Dean, P eter Di Turi, and Michael Hassen to
the Parks and Recreation Board for a three year term to expire on
December 31, 2026.
MO T I O N C A R R I E D UNA NI MO US LY. 7-0
I .P lanning Commission
City C ouncil to approve the reappointment of J udi Roland to the P lanning Commission
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for a three year term expiring December 31, 2026
Councilmember Trout-Manuel moved and Councilmember Baggett
seconded to reappointment J udi Roland to the P lanning Commission for a
three year term to expire on December 31, 2026.
MO T I O N C A R R I E D UNA NI MO US LY. 7-0
J .Transportation Advisory B oard
City C ouncil to approve the reappointment of P eter D i Turi to the Transportation
A dvisory Board for a three year term expiring December 31, 2026
Councilmember B rown moved and Deputy Mayor J eyaraj seconded to
reappointment P eter Di Turi to the Transportation A dvisory Board for a
three year term to expire on December 31, 2026.
MO T I O N C A R R I E D UNA NI MO US LY. 7-0
K .Urban Tree Board
City C ouncil to approve the reappointments of B ryce L andrud and L inda B ielejec to the
Urban Tree Board for a three year term expiring December 31, 2026
Councilmember Mulenga moved and Councilmember Rakes seconded to
reappointment B ryce L andrud and L inda B ielejec to the Urban Tree Board
for a three year term to expire on December 31, 2026.
MO T I O N C A R R I E D UNA NI MO US LY. 7-0
V I I .AG E ND A M O D I F IC AT I O NS
There were no modifications to the agenda.
V I I I .C IT IZE N I NP UT, P UB L I C HE ARI NG S AND C O RRE S P O ND E NC E
A .Audience Participation
This is the place on the agenda where the public is invited to speak to the City
Council on any issue.
1.T he public can participate in-person or submit written
comments in advance.
Virginia Haugen Auburn, WA
Virginia expressed concerns regarding development over a water
source.
B .Correspondence
There was no correspondence for Council to review.
I X.C O UNC I L AD HO C C O M M IT T E E RE P O RT S
Council Ad Hoc Committee Chairs may report on the status of their ad hoc Council
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Committees' progress on assigned tasks and may give their recommendation to the
City Council, if any.
1.F inance Ad Hoc Committee (Chair B aldwin)
Councilmember B aldwin, Chair of the F inance Ad Hoc Committee,
reported she and Councilmember Baggett have reviewed the claims
and payroll vouchers described on the agenda this evening and
recommended their approval.
X .C O NS E NT AG E ND A
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 November 20, 2023, City Council Meeting
B .Minutes of the November 27, 2023, S tudy S ession Meeting
C.Claims Vouchers (Thomas)
Claims voucher list dated November 29, 2023 which includes voucher number 474200
through 474317, in the amount of $2,539,343.35, two electronic fund transfers in the
amount of $1,403.81, and three wire transfers in the amount of $805,426.26
D.P ayroll Voucher (T homas)
P ayroll check numbers 539541 through 539543 in the amount of $612,262.56,
electronic deposit transmissions in the amount of $2,509,340.12, and also a special
payroll for P olice Commission and Sergeants Comp P ayout payroll with electronic
deposit transmission in the amount of $162,821.77 for a grand total of $3,284,424.45
for the period covering November 16, 2023 to November 29, 2023
Deputy Mayor J eyaraj moved and Councilmember B rown seconded to
approve the consent agenda.
MO T I O N C A R R I E D UNA NI MO US LY. 7-0
X I .UNF INIS HE D B US I NE S S
There was no unfinished business.
X I I .NE W B US I NE S S
A .S election of Deputy Mayor
Mayor Backus asked the Councilmembers for nominations for Deputy
Mayor.
Deputy Mayor J eyaraj nominated Councilmember B rown and
Councilmember B aggett nominated Councilmember Trout-Manuel. B oth
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nominees spoke to the Council regarding their nominations.
Mayor Backus asked for votes for the two nominated Councilmembers.
Councilmember B rown received 5 votes and Councilmember Trout-Manuel
received 2 votes.
Mayor Backus announced that Councilmember B rown will be appointed as
the Deputy Mayor for 2024.
X I I I .O RD INANC E S
A .Ordinance No. 6922 (Tate)
A n Ordinance relating to Planning; adopting 2023 A nnual Comprehensive Plan Map
and Text A mendments pursuant to the P rovisions of R C W Chapter 36.70A and
adopting Corresponding Rezones related to certain map amendments
Councilmember B rown moved and Councilmember Rakes seconded to
approve Ordinance No. 6922.
MO T I O N C A R R I E D UNA NI MO US LY. 7-0
B .Ordinance No. 6925 (Tate)
A n Ordinance amending S ections 19.02.115, 19.02.120, 19.02.130 and 19.02.140 of
the A uburn City Code relating to S chool I mpact F ees
Councilmember B rown moved and Councilmember Trout-Manuel
seconded to approve Ordinance No. 6925.
MO T I O N C A R R I E D UNA NI MO US LY. 7-0
C.Ordinance No. 6928 (Tate)
A n Ordinance annexing certain property known as “The Bridges” and currently located
within the City of K ent, Washington, into the City of Auburn pursuant to R C W
35.10.217(2), and providing for severability and an effective date
Councilmember B rown moved and Councilmember B aggett seconded to
approve Ordinance No. 6928.
Council thanked Mayor and Staff for their work on this annexation.
MO T I O N C A R R I E D UNA NI MO US LY. 7-0
X I V.RE S O L UT IO NS
A .Resolution No. 5748 (Thomas)
A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an amendment to the agreement
between the City of Auburn and Waste Management of Washington related to Solid
Waste Disposal
Councilmember B aldwin moved and Councilmember B aggett seconded to
adopt Resolution No. 5748.
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MO T I O N C A R R I E D UNA NI MO US LY. 7-0
X V.M AY O R AND C O UNC I L M E M B E R RE P O RT S
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
Councilmember B aldwin reported she attended the S anta B reakfast and
P arade.
Councilmember Rakes reported she attended the West A uburn S tudent of
the Month Ceremony, and the Santa Breakfast and Parade.
Councilmember Trout-Manuel reported she attended the National L eague
of Cities Human Development Committee meeting, and the S anta
B reakfast and P arade.
B .From the M ayor
Mayor Backus reported she attended the Auburn F ood B ank Holiday
B asket Distribution day, Regional P olicy Committee meeting, B reakfast
with Santa event, Shop with a Cop, Santa Parade and Tree L ighting event,
and met with the 47th L egislative District Senator, Claudia Coffman.
X V I .AD J O URNM E NT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the
meeting was adjourned at 8:05 p.m.
A P P R O V E D this 18th day of December, 2023.
____________________________ ____________________________
NA NC Y B A C K US, MAYO R S hawn Campbell, City Clerk
Agendas and minutes are available to the public at the City Clerk's Office, on the City website
(http://www.auburnwa.gov), and via e-mail. Complete agenda packets are available for review
at the City Clerk's Office.
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AGENDA BILL APPROVAL FORM
Agenda Subject:
Minutes of the December 11, 2023, Special City Council
Meeting
Date:
December 13, 2023
Department:
City Council
Attachments:
12-11-2023 Special City Council Minutes
Budget Impact:
Current Budget: $0
Proposed Revision: $0
Revised Budget: $0
Administrativ e Recommendation:
Background for Motion:
Background Summary:
Rev iewed by Council Committees:
Councilmember:Staff:
Meeting Date:December 18, 2023 Item Number:CA.B
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Special City Council Meeting
December 11, 2023 - 5:30 P M
Council Chambers
MINUT E S
I .C AL L T O O RD E R
I I .L AND AC K NO WL E D G E M E NT
I I I .P UB L I C PART I C IPAT IO N
1.Public Participation
The Special City Council Meeting was held in person and virtually.
A .P ledge of Allegiance
Mayor Nancy Backus called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. in the
Council Chambers of A uburn City Hall, 25 West Main S treet and led those
in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance.
I V.RO L L C AL L
Councilmembers present: Deputy Mayor J eyaraj, B ob Baggett, L arry
B rown, Robyn Mulenga, and Cheryl Rakes. Councilmembers K ate
B aldwin, and Yolonda Trout-Manuel were excused.
Mayor Nancy Backus and the following staff members present included:
A cting City A ttorney Harry B oesche, A ssistant Chief of P olice Samuel
B etz, A ssistant Director of Community Development J ason Krum, Director
of Finance J amie Thomas, Director of Diversity, Equity, and I nclusion
B renda Goodson-Moore, Diversity, E quity, and I nclusion A nalyst Kia
Mc Glone, Airport Manager Tim Mensonides, A rts and E vents Manager
J ulie Krueger, Special E vents Coordinator Kristy P achciarz, Special
E vents and Farmers Market Coordinator Amanda Valdez, E ducation
Curator Mallory Genauer, and City Clerk S hawn Campbell.
1.Executive Session
Mayor Backus adjourned into an executive session at 5:35 p.m. per
R C W 42.30.110(1)(c) to consider the minimum price at which real
estate will be offered for sale or lease when public knowledge
regarding such consideration would cause a likelihood of decreased
price and per R C W 42.30.110(1)(i) to discuss litigation that the
agency reasonably believes may be commenced by or against the
agency, the governing body, or a member acting in an official
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capacity; or litigation or legal risks of a proposed action or current
practice that the agency has identified when public discussion of the
litigation or legal risks is likely to result in an adverse legal or financial
consequence to the agency for 30 minutes. Senior City S taff
A ttorney Doug Ruth, Real Estate Manager J osh A rndt, Director of
P ublic Works I ngrid Gaub, and outside Counsel B ob Sterbank from
Foster Garvey were required to attend.
Mayor Backus reconvened the meeting at 6:10 p.m.
V.C IT IZE N I NP UT, P UB L I C HE ARI NG S AND C O RRE S P O ND E NC E
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.
1.T he public can participate in-person or submit written
comments in advance.
No one came forward to speak.
V I .RE S O L UT IO NS
A .Resolution No. 5751
A greement with Central Puget Sound Regional Transit A uthority for the conveyance of
interest real estate
Deputy Mayor J eyaraj moved and Councilmember B rown seconded to
postpone Resolution No. 5751 to the December 18, 2023, City Council
Meeting.
MO T I O N C A R R I E D UNA NI MO US LY. 5-0
V I I .AD J O URNM E NT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the
meeting was adjourned at 6:11 p.m.
A P P R O V E D this 18th day of December, 2023.
____________________________ ____________________________
NA NC Y B A C K US, MAYO R S hawn Campbell, City Clerk
Agendas and minutes are available to the public at the City Clerk's Office, on the City website
(http://www.auburnwa.gov), and via e-mail. Complete agenda packets are available for review
at the City Clerk's Office.
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AGENDA BILL APPROVAL FORM
Agenda Subject:
Minutes of the December 11, 2023, Study Session Meeting
Date:
December 13, 2023
Department:
City Council
Attachments:
12-11-2023 Study Session Minutes
Budget Impact:
Current Budget: $0
Proposed Revision: $0
Revised Budget: $0
Administrativ e Recommendation:
Background for Motion:
Background Summary:
Rev iewed by Council Committees:
Councilmember:Staff:
Meeting Date:December 18, 2023 Item Number:CA.C
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City Council Study Session Muni
Serv ices S FA
December 11, 2023 - 5:30 P M
City Hall Council Chambers
MINUT E S
Watch the meeting v ideo
Meeting videos are not available until 72
hours after the meeting has concluded.
I .C A L L TO O R D E R
Deputy Mayor J eyaraj called the meeting to order at 6:13 p.m. in the
Council Chambers of A uburn City Hall, 25 West Main S treet.
I I .P UB L I C PA RT I C I PAT I O N
A .P ublic P articipation
The City Council Meeting was held in person and virtually.
B .Roll Call
Councilmembers present: Deputy Mayor J eyaraj, B ob Baggett, L arry
B rown, Robyn Mulenga, and Cheryl Rakes. Councilmembers K ate
B aldwin, and Yolonda Trout-Manuel were excused.
Mayor Nancy Backus and the following staff members present included:
A cting City A ttorney Harry B oesche, A ssistant Chief of P olice Samuel
B etz, A ssistant Director of Community Development J ason Krum, Director
of Finance J amie Thomas, Director of Diversity, Equity, and I nclusion
B renda Goodson-Moore, Diversity, E quity, and I nclusion A nalyst Kia
Mc Glone, Airport Manager Tim Mensonides, A rts and E vents Manager
J ulie Krueger, Special E vents Coordinator Kristy P achciarz, Special
E vents and Farmers Market Coordinator Amanda Valdez, E ducation
Curator Mallory Genauer, and City Clerk S hawn Campbell.
I I I .A G E ND A MO D I F I C AT I O NS
There were no agenda modifications.
I V.A NNO UNC E ME NT S , R E P O RT S , A ND P R E S E NTAT I O NS
A .R E D I Report Out
Councilmember B rown provided an update on the R E D I Program.
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V.A G E ND A I T E MS F O R C O UNC I L D I S C US S I O N
A .S pecial F ocus Area A ssignment Discussion (Council)
Councilmember B rown asked the current Councilmembers to share their
interests in S pecial F ocus Area assignments. The Council will bring this
item back to the J anuary 2, 2024, City Council Meeting.
B .3rd Quarter 2023 F inancial Update (Thomas) (20 Minutes)
Director T homas provided Council with an overview of the 3rd Quarter
2023 F inancial Updated including the General Fund Revenue Overview,
the Tax Revenue, L icenses and P ermit F ee Revenue, I ntergovernmental
Revenue, charges for services, General Fund Expenditures, A R PA
Update, and Non-General Fund highlights.
V I .MUNI C I PA L S E RV I C E S D I S C US S I O N I T E MS
A .A uburn S ymphony Orchestra Annual Report (Faber) (15 Minutes)
Manager Krueger introduced Wesley S chultz, S usan J ohnson, and Rachel
P erry who provided the Council with the 2022-2023 Annual Report
including, the K-12 program, grant funding for new staff, education and
community engagement, fundraising, subscribers, pay what you can tickets,
the L ink Up Program, and shared a short video of a performance.
B .City of Auburn 2023 E vent Recap (Faber) (30 Minutes)
Manager Krueger, Coordinator Valdez, Coordinator P achciarz, Director
Goodson-Moore, A nalyst McGlone, Manager Mensonides, and Curator
Genauer provided Council with a presentation on the 2023 S pecial Events
Recap including Peter Cotton Trail event, Clean Sweep, PetPalooza and
Dog Trot, Auburn F armers Market, Celebrating P ride event, J uneteenth,
K idsDay, 4th of J uly event, Airport Day, S ummer S ound and Kids Summer
S tage series, Friday Night F licks, L US I O L ights Festival, Hops and Crops
Music and Beer Festival. They also presented on the Halloween Harvest
Festival & L es Gove Park Trunk-or-Treat, Veterans Day Parade &
Observation, and the S anta P arade and Tree L ighting. T hey thanked all the
supporting staff for their support of the 2023 E vents.
Council discussed the work put in by staff, the time to plan events, and
shared their appreciation of the time and work on the events.
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V I I .A D J O UR NME NT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting
was adjourned at 7:28 p.m.
A P P R O V E D this 18th day of December 2023.
____________________________ ____________________________
J A ME S J E YA R A J , D E P UT Y MAYO R Shawn Campbell, City Clerk
Agendas and minutes are available to the public at the City Clerk's Office, on the City website
(http://www.auburnwa.gov), and via e-mail. Complete agenda packets are available for review
at the City Clerk's Office.
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AGENDA BILL APPROVAL FORM
Agenda Subject:
Claims Vouchers (Thomas)
Date:
November 29, 2023
Department:
Finance
Attachments:
No Attachments Av ailable
Budget Impact:
Current Budget: $0
Proposed Revision: $0
Revised Budget: $0
Administrativ e Recommendation:
Approve Claim Vouchers.
Background for Motion:
Background Summary:
Claims voucher list dated December 13, 2023 which includes voucher number 474318
through 474428, in the amount of $2,312,613.59, three electronic fund transfers in the
amount of $565.99, and six wire transfers in the amount of $861,461.94.
Rev iewed by Council Committees:
Councilmember:Baldwin Staff:Thomas
Meeting Date:December 18, 2023 Item Number:CA.D
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AGENDA BILL APPROVAL FORM
Agenda Subject:
Payroll Voucher (Thomas)
Date:
November 29, 2023
Department:
Finance
Attachments:
No Attachments Av ailable
Budget Impact:
Current Budget: $0
Proposed Revision: $0
Revised Budget: $0
Administrativ e Recommendation:
Background for Motion:
Approve Payroll Vouchers.
Background Summary:
Payroll check numbers 539544 through 539549 in the amount of $83,416.59, electronic
deposit transmissions in the amount of $2,735,510.54, for a grand total of $2,818,927.13 for
the period covering November 30, 2023 to December 13, 2023.
Rev iewed by Council Committees:
Councilmember:Baldwin Staff:Thomas
Meeting Date:December 18, 2023 Item Number:CA.E
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AGENDA BILL APPROVAL FORM
Agenda Subject:
Annual On-Call Agreements (Gaub)
Date:
December 1, 2023
Department:
Public Works
Attachments:
Annual On-Call Agreements
Budget Impact:
Current Budget: $0
Proposed Revision: $0
Revised Budget: $0
Administrativ e Recommendation:
City Council to approve the Annual On-Call Agreements for Professional Services for 2024.
Background for Motion:
Background Summary:
Annual on-all professional service agreements are used to supplement the City’s staff
resources or to perform specialized services not available within the City. Having these
resources available provides the City with the flexibility to complete small tasks or projects in
an efficient and timely manner as they are needed throughout the year. Expenditure under
each agreement is authorized by the City through issuance of Task Orders. Each Task Order
provides a specific Scope of Work, Schedule, and Fee for the consultant. Task orders are
funded by budgeted projects, budgeted professional services funds, or other sources. City
Council’s consent approval of the agreements and amendments is being requested to ensure
compliance with Chapter 3.10 of the Auburn City Code.
Attached is a list of new on-call agreements for 2024 and amendments to existing on-call
agreements that will add additional contract amount to the existing agreements. Contracts
requiring time extensions only are not listed.
Rev iewed by Council Committees:
Councilmember:Brown Staff:Gaub
Meeting Date:December 18, 2023 Item Number:CA.F
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AG-C-531Material Testing &Consulting, Inc.$100,000AG-C-532Krazan & Associates $60,000SCADA Support ServicesThis consultant may provide additional staffing resources for SCADA programming, troubleshooting, integration, and emergency/after hours response. This consultant will be utilized to provide SCADA design and construction integration for capital projects and otherneeds.AG-C-548Parametrix $55,000Storm Utility ModelingThe consultant may provide modeling services related to planning and design for the City's storm drainage systems that may be related to both capital and development projects as well as general system needs.AG-C-528Brown & Caldwell $32,000Water Utility ModelingThe consultant may provide modeling services related to planning and design for the City's water system that may be related to both capital and development projects as well as general system needs.AG-C-529Consor $70,000AG-C-533Consor $90,000AG-C-535Pace $116,000Professional Engineering, Survey and Architechtural ServicesContract NumberFirm NameTotal Contract Amount*TBDCBRE $25,000TBDCushman & Wakefield$25,000Geotechnical ServicesWork consists of providing Geotechnical Engineering services including geotechnical investigations for various City needs.TBDNV5 $100,000Right of Way ServicesSupport right-of-way acquisition and relocation for City’s non-federally funded projects and programs.TBDTierra $50,000Environmental and Wetland ServicesWork consists of providing environmental and wetland services, including environmental permitting, wetland delineation, wetland mitigation development and wetland system monitoring.TBDShannon & Wilson $50,000Amendments AmountAppraisal and Appraisal Review ServicesPrepare appraisals and appraisal reviews to support acquisition of property rights for various City needs.Material Testing/InspectionThe testing services provider may provide field and laboratory testing and reports to support roadway, building, and utility projects.Utility DesignThis consultant may perform engineering design related to utility facilities and systems. This consultant will be utilized to provide design and construction services for capital projects and other needs.New Agreements w/Consultants Selected via 2024 RFQ ProcessCity of Auburn - 2024 Amended and New On-Call AgreementsProfessional Engineering, Survey and Architechtural ServicesContract NumberFirm NameExisting Agreements to be Amended for Continued Services
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AGENDA BILL APPROVAL FORM
Agenda Subject:
Resolution No. 5743 (Tate)
Date:
December 12, 2023
Department:
Community Development
Attachments:
Resolution No. 5743
Resolution 5743 - Exhibit A
Budget Impact:
Current Budget: $0
Proposed Revision: $0
Revised Budget: $0
Administrativ e Recommendation:
City Council to adopt Resolution No. 5734.
Background for Motion:
The 2024 Annual Action Plan implements the final year of the 2020 to 2024 CDBG
Consolidated Plan. The Plan defines the goals, objectives, and funding priorities for 2024.
Background Summary:
Every year, the City of Auburn is required to submit an Annual Action Plan to the Department
of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to guide the investment of Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for the following program year. Auburn’s current
Action Plan ends in 2023 with the next plan year scheduled to start on January 1, 2024.
The 2024 Annual Action Plan is guided by the priorities and goals established in the 2020 – 2024
Consolidated Plan adopted by City Council in November 2019. The Action Plan outlines the
specific programs and activities to be undertaken for the program year and the amount of funds
that will be awarded to those projects. The program year for the City of Auburn begins January 1
and ends December 31.
A Public Hearing to consider this Plan and hear public comment was held before the City of
Auburn Human Services Committee on October 23, 2023 in accordance with Auburn’s Citizen
Participation Plan for Community Development Block Grant funds. A second public hearing was
held before City Council on December 18, 2023.
Resolution No. 5743, if adopted by City Council, adopts the 2024 Annual Action Plan, and
authorizes the Mayor to implement such administrative procedures as may be necessary to carry
out directions of the legislation.
Rev iewed by Council Committees:
Councilmember:Trout-Manuel Staff:Tate
Meeting Date:December 18, 2023 Item Number:RES.A
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Resolution No. 5743
December 18, 2023
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RESOLUTION NO. 5743
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
AUBURN, WASHINGTON, ADOPTING THE 2024
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ANNUAL
ACTION PLAN FOR THE CONSOLIDATED PLAN YEARS
2020-2024
WHEREAS, the City of Auburn was designated as an entitlement community by
the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for its Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program; and
WHEREAS, the primary objective of the Consolidated Plan and CDBG Program is
the development of viable urban communities by providing decent housing and a suitable
living environment and expanding economic opportunities, principally for persons of low -
income and moderate-income; and
WHEREAS, to be eligible for funding, the City of Auburn must annually update the
action plan for its Consolidated Plan that serves as a federally required planning
document to guide the City of Auburn’s human service and community development
efforts; and
WHEREAS, the planning process to develop the Consolidated Plan involved
citizen participation and guidance from non-profit and governmental agencies serving low
income residents in the community; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Auburn heard and considered public
comment about its proposed 2024 Action Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, HEREBY
RESOLVES as follows:
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Resolution No. 5743
December 18, 2023
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Section 1. Pursuant to the provisions of 24 CFR 91, the City hereby adopts the
2024 Action Plan for the Consolidated Plan for Years 2020 -2024, attached as Exhibit A.
Section 2. That the Mayor is authorized to implement such administrative
procedures as may be necessary to carry out the directives of this legislation.
Section 3. That this Resolution shall take effect and be in full force upon
passage and signatures hereon.
Dated and Signed this _____ day of _________________, 2023.
CITY OF AUBURN
________________________________
NANCY BACKUS, MAYOR
ATTEST:
_________________________
Shawn Campbell, MMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_________________________
Harry Boesche, Acting City Attorney
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2024
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Executive Summary
AP-05 Executive Summary - 91.200(c), 91.220(b)
1. Introduction
Each year the City of Auburn executes specific actions to implement the goals and strategies of
the Consolidated Plan for Years 2020-2024. Actions that will be undertaken in 2024 are outlined
in this Annual Action Plan.
The City of Auburn anticipates the receipt of $600,000 in Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) funds in 2024. In addition to CDBG funds, the City is planned to allocate approximately
1% of the City's General Funds to Human Services. The City’s Human Services program, housed
in the Community Services Division, oversees and is responsible for providing and managing
financial resources to more than 30 non-profit agencies that serve the Auburn community. The
Community Services division is also responsible for administering the local housing repair
program and developing collaborations among community partners to strengthen the response
to residents in need.
The 2024 Action Plan proposes to allocate $90,000 of CDBG funds to public services. Consistent
with the goals established in the City’s Consolidated Plan, these funds will be used to support
Homelessness Prevention and Intervention.
Approximately $120,000 of the CDBG funds will be allocated to program administration, which
includes planning and administration of the CDBG program overall, citizen participation,
reporting, and administration of the City’s CDBG-funded Housing Repair Program. $115,000 of
the 2024 funding is designated to support sidewalk ADA imp rovements in low- to moderate-
income residential areas. The City will also be making $75,000 available through a competitive
RFP process for Microenterprise Assistance. The remaining $200,000 of 2024 funds will be
allocated to residential rehabilitation, providing free minor home repair services to low- and
very low-income Auburn residents.
The City of Auburn is committed to continuing to focus on achieving equitable outcomes for its
community members and achieving a greater collaboration among service providers. Overall
the implementation of the Consolidated Plan is progressing as planned and the primary
activities included are underway.
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2. Summarize the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan
This Action Plan allocates a total of $600,000 dollars in anticipated 2024 Community
Development Block Grant funds, to support the Community Development Block Grant program.
With the overall goal of reducing the number of people living in poverty within the City of
Auburn, the following objectives and outcomes will be employed:
1. Affordable Housing: The City of Auburn will engage in housing activities, collaborations,
and partnerships to enhance opportunities for the creation and preservation of
affordable housing. The City will plan for and support fair housing strategies and
initiatives designed to affirmatively further fair housing choice, and to increase access to
housing and housing programs.
2. Ending Homelessness: The City of Auburn will support Public Service activities that work
toward the following outcomes: 1) reduce the number of households becoming
homeless; 2) reduce the length of time that households are homeless; 3) increase the
rate of exits to permanent housing; and 4) reduce the number of households that re-
enter the homeless system after exit to permanent housing.
3. Community and Economic Development: In an effort to meet the need of Auburn’s
economic and demographic growth the City intends to fund programs and activities that
will enhance the economy, accessibility, safety, and physical appearance
of neighborhoods. Activities that would be eligible for funding include fair housing
public services, public infrastructure and ADA improvements for public facilities,
microenterprise assistance, and economic development activities. These
investments help to ensure equitable opportunities for good health, happiness, safety,
self-reliance and connection to community.
4. Planning and Administration: Administer the Community Development Block Grant
program to meet the community needs and HUD requirements
To accomplish these outcomes and objectives, the City invests in programs that meet the
community basic needs, increase self-sufficiency, provide economic opportunity and develop a
safe community.
3. Evaluation of past performance
During the past year Auburn has accomplished significant achievement on its programs and
impacted the lives of thousands of residents. In 2023 alone, projects funded by the City
completed the following:
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• 64 very low- and low-income Auburn homeowners received housing repair services.
Roughly 70% of these homeowners were seniors.
• 82 low- to moderate-income Auburn residents received emergency subsistence
supports.
• 72 microenterprise counseling and funding sessions.
• A sidewalk project was completed to support greater ADA accessibility for Auburn
residents, with an estimated direct impact for 472 residents.
Despite not having specific COVID response funds in 2023, the City of Auburn has prioritized
COVID response with CDBG funds over the course of the pandemic.
4. Summary of Citizen Participation Process and consultation process
The city engaged in a public participation process for the 2024 Annual Action Plan, as outlined
below:
• Drafts of the Action Plan have been made available for public via mail and on the City’s
website and notices of its public view were publicized in the local newspaper as of
October 24, 2023. Interested community members were invited to provide comment via
mail, email, or on the City’s public engagement web platform, Speak Up Auburn!,
www.speakupauburn.org/cdbg until November 23, 2023.
• A public hearing was provided on October 23, 2023, the City’s Human Services
Committee meeting to hear public comment and input on priorities to be included in
the 2024 Annual Action Plan.
• An additional public hearing was held on December 18, 2023, during the Auburn City
Council meeting, to hear public comment and input on the published draft of the 202 4
Annual Action Plan.
The City of Auburn in conjunction with the King County CDBG Consortium consulted with
multiple public and private agencies during the development of the consolidated plan.
Consultations occurred during regional meetings as well as in individual conversations. Agencies
that participated in consultations regarding public services, fair housing, and other topics
relevant to the drafting of the 2024 Annual Action Plan included: the South King Housing and
Homelessness Partners, local legal assistance providers, other government human service
providers and nonprofit agencies delivering services in Auburn and the sub-region.
In addition to conducting consultations during the development of the plan, the City of Auburn
collaborates and works closely with numerous coalitions, committees and government entities.
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5. Summary of public comments
No Comments Received
6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them
No Comments Received
7. Summary
No Comments Received
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PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies – 91.200(b)
1. Agency/entity responsible for preparing/administering the Consolidated Plan
The following are the agencies/entities responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and those responsible for administration of
each grant program and funding source.
Agency Role Name Department/Agency
Lead Agency AUBURN Community Development Department
CDBG Administrator AUBURN Community Development Department
ESG Administrator KING COUNTY DCHS
Table 1 – Responsible Agencies
Narrative
The City of Auburn, as a member of the King County Consortium, administers its own CDBG funds and prepares its own Consolidat ed
Plan and Annual Action Plans for the administration of those funds.
As a member of the King County Consortium, the City works closely with numerous nonprofit organizations in the region that
implement programs funded by the City of Auburn CDBG program. A detailed list of agencies responsible for administering funde d
programs by CDBG can be found in the Action Plan section of this document.
Consolidated Plan Public Contact Information
Jeff Tate
Director of Community Development
City of Auburn
25 West Main Street
Auburn, WA 98001
253.804.5036
jtate@auburnwa.gov
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AP-10 Consultation – 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(l)
1. Introduction
This section describes the community consultation process followed by the City of Auburn in
developing the 2024 Annual Action Plan and the coordination with other local governments,
the Continuum of Care, service agencies, and community stakeholders. The City of Auburn
consulted with multiple public and private agencies as well as community members during the
development of the Consolidated Plan.
In addition to conducting consultations during the development of the plan, the City of Auburn
collaborates and works closely with numerous coalitions, committees, and government entities
throughout the duration of the plan in efforts to enhance strategies and systems to meet
established goals and objectives of the plan.
Through the monthly SKC Forum on Homelessness meetings that the City of Auburn co -
facilitates, the City is able to consult with a number of service providers and entities operating
within South King County. This includes representatives from King County Library System,
whose work with digital access (especially within the mobile outreach program) helps to inform
our understanding of barriers to internet access within the community.
Provide a concise summary of the jurisdiction’s activities to enhance coordination between
public and assisted housing providers and private and governmental health, mental health
and service agencies (91.215(l)).
The City of Auburn works closely with partnering King County jurisdictions, public housing
authorities and health providers to develop systems in order to improve the quality of service
and access for low-income residents as well as the community as a whole within the city and
throughout the region.
The City of Auburn, in partnership with the Seattle -King County Coalition on Homelessness,
convenes a monthly group of service providers, faith communities, community advocates, and
others, to coordinate efforts on serving individuals experiencing homelessness in South King
County. The meeting provides a venue for resource sharing, collaboration, training, and best
practice implementation. City staff also participate in regional collaborative and decision
making bodies such as the King County Joint Recommendations Committee (JRC) and the South
King County Human Services Planners group. The city is a member of the King County Human
Services Funder Collaborative, which provides a more streamlined process for human service
agencies to access funding from multiple cities.
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Additionally, the City participates in monthly Homelessness Action Committee meetings with
staff from King County Department of Community and Human Services, Public Health King
County, the Housing Development Consortium, Valley Cities, the Multi-Service Center, and the
King County Housing Authority to review program progress and delivery of homeless services
funded through regional efforts. In addition to these groups, the City’s regional collaboration
work on affordable housing is supported by the South King Housing and Homelessness
Partners, which Auburn and other South King County Cities contribute to in order to build
additional capacity to address issues related to housing and homelessness in the South King
County region.
Describe coordination with the Continuum of Care and efforts to address the needs of
homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and families, families with
children, veterans, and unaccompanied youth) and persons at risk of homelessnes s.
In 2016, King County and All Home, our region’s Continuum of Care (CoC) lead agency at the
time, launched the Coordinated Entry for All (CEA) system for homeless populations and our
region has been refining the system since then. National research identifies coordinated entry
as a key component for an effective homeless system because it improves the quality of client
screening and assessment, matches clients to appropriately targeted services and resources,
and promotes a more efficient use of resources. CEA processes and prioritizes assistance based
on vulnerability and severity of service needs to ensure that people who need assistance the
most can receive it in a timely manner.
Chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans, unaccompanied
youth, and young adults are a part of the coordinated system. In addition, CEA utilizes regional
access points which serve as the primary “front door” for the ho meless housing system.
In 2021, the newly-created King County Regional Homelessness Authority (KCRHA) became our
CoC lead agency, and has worked to consolidate structures and contracts across King County
and Seattle to create greater efficiency and maximize impact.
In 2023, this work continued and Auburn remained a partner in the work of the KCRHA.
Auburn’s mayor currently sits on the Governance Board of the Regional Homelessness
Authority, and staff participate in bi-weekly meetings with KCRHA to collaborate and inform the
work they are overseeing, particularly in regards to subregional planning.
Describe consultation with the Continuum(s) of Care that serves the jurisdiction’s area in
determining how to allocate ESG funds, develop performance standards for and evaluate
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outcomes of projects and activities assisted by ESG funds, and develop funding, policies and
procedures for the operation and administration of HMIS
The ESG program focuses on assisting people to quickly regain stability in permanent housing
after experiencing homelessness or a housing crisis. Auburn does not receive ESG funds
directly.
Coordinating with King County’s Continuum of Care (CoC) is critical to our region’s
implementation. The City will continue to look for deeper ways of participating in and
collaborating with the Regional Homelessness Authority and its Advisory Committee, which
serves as our Continuum of Care.
The City of Auburn supports the continuum of housing including prevention, emergency shelter,
and permanent housing. The City provides financial support for these efforts with City general
funds and also commits staff and leadership time to the ongoing development and
implementation of the system to address the needs of persons experiencing homelessness.
The City participates in and supports numerous coalitions and committees, such as the South
King County Forum on Homelessness and the Homelessness Action Committee, focusing on
developing resources in South King County. The City also participates in the annual Point in
Time Count, which provides invaluable data for planning. The Point In Time Count was
conducted utilizing a new methodology in 2022, which included over 500 in depth interviews
with individuals experiencing homelessness. KCRHA utilized geographic hubs to reach
individuals during this Count. One of the hub locations was located in Auburn. The City provides
both CDBG and local funds to agencies that serve chronically homeless individuals and families
with children, veterans, and unaccompanied youth.
2. Agencies, groups, organizations and others who participated in the process and
consultations
1 Agency/Group/Organization KING COUNTY
Agency/Group/Organization Type Other government – County
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What section of the Plan was addressed
by Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs – Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs – Families with children
Homelessness Needs – Veterans
Homelessness Needs – Unaccompanied youth
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
As a member of the King County Housing Consortium
for the purpose of HOME funds, Auburn works closely
with King County in the development of the City’s and
the County’s Consolidated Plan. Because the two
entities have a cardinal role in each other’s program
delivery there is active participation from both parties
in the development of the plan. Staff from King
County and Auburn met regularly prior to and during
the development of the plan, and Auburn rotates as a
regular voting member of the County’s Joint
Recommendations Committee.
2 Agency/Group/Organization KENT
Agency/Group/Organization Type Other government – Local
What section of the Plan was addressed
by Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Lead-based Paint Strategy
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs – Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs – Families with children
Homelessness Needs – Veterans
Homelessness Needs – Unaccompanied youth
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Market Analysis
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
As members of the Urban County Consortium,
Auburn and Kent staff worked closely together during
the development of the Consolidated Plan. Staff from
both cities attend monthly meetings to discuss
human services and housing trends, needs, and
progress on ongoing initiatives.
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3 Agency/Group/Organization FEDERAL WAY
Agency/Group/Organization Type Other government – Local
What section of the Plan was addressed
by Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Lead-based Paint Strategy
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs – Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs – Families with children
Homelessness Needs – Veterans
Homelessness Needs – Unaccompanied youth
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Market Analysis
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
As members of the Urban County Consortium,
Auburn and Federal Way staff worked closely
together during the development of the Consolidated
Plan. Staff from both cities attend monthly meetings
to discuss human services and housing trends, needs,
and progress on ongoing initiatives.
4 Agency/Group/Organization King County Regional Homelessness Authority
Agency/Group/Organization Type Planning organization
What section of the Plan was addressed
by Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Public Housing Needs
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs – Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs – Families with children
Homelessness Needs – Veterans
Homelessness Needs – Unaccompanied youth
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Auburn participates in monthly meetings convened
by the King County Regional Homelessness Authority
(KCRHA) on homeless response needs and strategy in
SKC, and bimonthly meetings focused on affordable
housing data and developments. The information
collected by KCRHA helps to inform multiple pieces of
our Annual Action Plan, particularly those strategies
related to homelessness and affordable housing in
our community.
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5 Agency/Group/Organization Seattle-King County Coalition on Homelessness
Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-homeless
Nonprofit agency
What section of the Plan was addressed
by Consultation?
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs – Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs – Families with children
Homelessness Needs – Veterans
Homelessness Needs – Unaccompanied youth
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Auburn is a member of the Seattle-King County
Coalition on Homelessness (SKCCH), and co-convenes
a monthly group of service providers working with
people experiencing homelessness in our
communities. The meetings provide a frequent check-
in point, and the opportunity to hear from providers
directly on the challenges and trends they’re seeing
in Auburn. The Coalition on Homelessness’
organizational members include agencies and
community groups that provide emergency shelter
and services, transitional housing, and permanent,
supported housing to the roughly 27,000 men,
women, and children who are homeless in King
County during one year.
6 Agency/Group/Organization South King County Housing and Homelessness
Partners
Agency/Group/Organization Type Other government – Local
Regional organization
What section of the Plan was addressed
by Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Public Housing Needs
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs – Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs – Families with children
Homelessness Needs – Veterans
Homelessness Needs – Unaccompanied youth
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How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
South King Housing and Homelessness Partners
(SKHHP) is a coalition formed by an interlocal
agreement between the jurisdictions of Auburn,
Burien, Covington, Des Moines, Federal Way, Kent,
Maple Valley, Normandy Park, Renton, Tukwila, and
King County. The agreement allows for South King
County jurisdictions to work together and share
resources in order to effectively address affordable
housing and homelessness. This collaborative model
is based on similar approaches used in Snohomish
County, East King County, and other areas of the
country. The purpose of the coalition is to increase
the available options for South King County residents
to access affordable housing and to preserve the
existing affordable housing stock.
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Table 2 – Agencies, groups, organizations who participated
Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting
A wide range of groups and organizations participated in the process including public funders from Washington State and King
County partner jurisdictions, public housing authorities, members from the Seattle-King County Housing Development Consortium,
stakeholders, housing providers for low-and-moderate income persons, agencies who serve persons who are homeless, and Seattle-
King County Public Health. In addition to the consultations referenced above, Auburn, King County and Consortium partner staf f
coordinate closely with each other and fan out to participate and attend a wide range of standing meetings with city planners,
housing and service providers.
The only types of organizations not consulted with were corrections facilities. The rationale for not consulting with these f acilities is
that the City does not host this type of organization.
Other local/regional/state/federal planning efforts considered when preparing the Plan
Name of Plan Lead Organization How do the goals of your Strategic Plan
overlap with the goals of each plan?
Continuum of Care King County Regional Homeless Authority The goals of Auburn’s Strategic Plan overlap
with the goals of the CoC to address the
needs of homeless residents in the
community and reduce the risk of
homelessness.
Table 3 Other local / regional / federal planning efforts
Narrative
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1. AP-12 Participation – 91.401, 91.105, 91.200
1. Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation
Summarize citizen participation process and how it impacted goal -setting
Public participation plays a crucial role in the success of the City's Annual Action Plan. The goals are to hear the commun ity's
feedback and recommendations on how CDBG funds should be invested and how services can coordinate to achieve the greatest
impact. In addition to the targeted outreach listed below, the City regularly engages service providers and stakeholders in
discussions regarding human services and local economic development needs. Organizations funded by the city are monitored
throughout the year and report quarterly on progress, trends, and challenges. City staff co-host a monthly meeting of service
providers working with individuals and families experiencing homelessness in the region to gather feedback and support increa sed
capacity building through broad collaboration of regional providers. In addition, City staff meet regularly with other cities in the area
and other funders to evaluate gaps in services and seek solutions to local and regional community development challenges.
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Citizen Participation Outreach
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er
Mode of Outre
ach
Target of Outre
ach
Summary of
response/attend
ance
Summary of
comments recei
ved
Summary of comm
ents not accepted
and reasons
URL (If applicable)
1. Public Hearing Non-
targeted/broad
community
A Public Hearing
was conducted
during the
October 23 and
December 4,
2023 Auburn City
Council meeting
to hear public
comment and
input on the
published draft of
the 2024 Annual
Action Plan. No
comments were
received.
No comments
were received
No comments
were received
2. Newspaper Ad Non-
targeted/broad
community
A newspaper ad
was placed in the
City’s paper of
record, the
Seattle Times, on
October 24,
2023. No
comments were
received.
No comments
were received
No comments
were received
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Mode of Outre
ach
Target of Outre
ach
Summary of
response/attend
ance
Summary of
comments recei
ved
Summary of comm
ents not accepted
and reasons
URL (If applicable)
3. Web posting
on Speak Up
Auburn
Non-
targeted/broad
community
Interested
community
members were
invited to
provide
comment via
the City’s public
engagement
web platform,
Speak Up
Auburn!, until
November 23,
2023. No
comments were
received
No comments
were received
No comments
were received
www.speakupauburn.org/cdbg
4. Web posting
on City’s
Community
Services page
Broad
community,
Service
providers in
Auburn
No comments
were received
No comments
were received
No comments
were received
www.auburnwa.gov/community
services
Table 4 – Citizen Participation Outreach
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Expected Resources
AP-15 Expected Resources - 91.420(b), 91.220(c)(1,2)
Introduction
The City of Auburn anticipates funding for the duration of the Consolidated Plan from
• CDBG
• City of Auburn General Fund allocation for Human Services
Anticipated Resources
Program Source
of
Funds
Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected
Amount
Available
Remainder
of ConPlan
$
Narrative Description
Annual
Allocation:
$
Program
Income: $
Prior Year
Resources:
$
Total:
$
CDBG Public-
federal
Admin and
Planning
Fair Housing
Public
Improvements
Public Services
$600,000 0 $0 $600,000 $600,000 Auburn is anticipating
approximately
$600,000 per year in
CDBG funds for the
remainder of the
Consolidated Plan
period.
General Fund Public
- local
Public Services Estimated:
$1,100,000
0 0 Estimated:
$1,100,000
$1,800,000 General funds
supporting Human
Services grants in the
City of Auburn
Table 5 - Expected Resources – Priority Table
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Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description of how
matching requirements will be satisfied
The City of Auburn relies on CDBG funds to support community and economic development projects and activities in efforts to
support low to moderate income populations to become self-sufficient and sustain affordable housing. However, CDBG funds are
not the only source of funds the City uses to support community projects and activities. The City's general funds are used to
support direct services benefitting Auburn's at risk populations in addition to CDBG funds.
CDBG funds do not require matching funds.
If appropriate, describe publically owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that may be used to address the ne eds
identified in the plan
N/A
Discussion
The City of Auburn will use CDBG funds to support all eligible projects and activities that align with CDBG guidelines and regulations.
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AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives - 91.420, 91.220(c)(3)&(e)
Goals Summary Information
Sort
Order
Goal Name Start
Year
End
Year
Category Geographic
Area
Needs
Addressed
Funding Goal Outcome Indicator
1 Affordable Housing 2020 2024 Affordable
Housing
Public Housing
Homeless
Non-Homeless
Special Needs
Affordable
Housing
CDBG:
$200,000
Homeowner Housing Rehabilitated:
65 Household Housing Unit
2 Ending
Homelessness
2020 2024 Homeless Ending
Homelessness
CDBG: $90,000 Public service activities other than
Low/Moderate Income Housing
Benefit: 96 Persons Assisted
3 Community and
Economic
Development
2020 2024 Non-Homeless
Special Needs
Non-Housing
Community
Development
Community
and Economic
Development
CDBG:
$190,000
Public Facility or Infrastructure
Activities other than
Low/Moderate Income Housing
Benefit: 500 Persons Assisted
Microenterprise Assistance: 20
Persons Assisted
4 Planning and
Administration
2020 2024 CDBG:
$120,000
Other: 0 Other
Table 6 – Goals Summary
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Goal Description
1 Goal Name Affordable Housing
Goal
Description
The City of Auburn will engage in housing activities, collaborations, and partnerships to enhance opportunities for the
creation and preservation of affordable housing. The City will plan for and support fair housing strategies and initiatives
designed to affirmatively further fair housing choice, and to increase access to housing and housing programs.
2 Goal Name Ending Homelessness
Goal
Description
The City of Auburn will support Public Service activities that work toward the following outcomes: 1) reduce the number of
households becoming homeless; 2) reduce the length of time that households are homeless; 3) increase the rate of exits to
permanent housing; and 4) reduce the number of households that re-enter the homeless system after exit to permanent
housing.
3 Goal Name Community and Economic Development
Goal
Description
In an effort to meet the need of Auburn's economic and demographic growth the City intends to fund programs and
activities that will enhance the economy, accessibility, safety, and physical appearance of neighborhoods. Activities that
would be eligible for funding include fair housing public services, economic development and microenterprise activities,
public infrastructure and ADA improvements for public facilities. These investments help to ensure equitable opportunities
for good health, happiness, safety, self-reliance and connection to community.
4 Goal Name Planning and Administration
Goal
Description
General administration and project management
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Introduction
Auburn's Annual Action Plan provides descriptions of proposals of how funds will be prioritized
to achieve goals identified in the Consolidated Plan. Projects funded by the City will address the
priority needs of providing assistance to prevent homelessness, ensure affordable housing and
a suitable living environment. Projects and programs are selected through a competitive
application process to ensure optimal quality services is provided to the community in use of
the funds.
# Project Name
1 HOUSING REPAIR
2 ADMINISTRATION
3 SOLID GROUND HOUSING STABILITY PROGRAM
5 MICROENTERPRISE ASSISTANCE
6 ADA SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS
Table 7 – Project Information
Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved
needs
The allocations proposed are based on the assessment of Auburn's needs, the resources
available in the region, the availability of other funds also focusing on needs, and the purpose
of Consolidated Plan funds. In addition to supporting Consolidated Plan goals, the inclusion of
microenterprise assistance is responsive to increased need for support post -pandemic that we
have seen in our small business community.
Should CDBG revenues exceed the proposed amount, the additional resources shall be
allocated in accordance to the following guidelines:
• Fill gaps in human services primarily healthcare, homeless prevention and intervention
and affordable housing accessibility.
• Increase funding for community development projects and activities including housing,
community facilities and economic development.
If increases are not significant enough to enhance projects or activities funds may be placed in
contingency for programming later in the year or the following program year.
Should CDBG revenues come in lower than anticipated; the City will continue with its planned
policy and to the extent allowed reduce funding allocations in homeowner rehabilitation
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projects, sidewalk projects, and administrative activities. The City’s 2023 allocation was lower
than anticipated in the original planning efforts. As laid out in our Annual Action Plan
contingencies, we reduced the amount of funding allocated to housing repair and
administrative activities. We did need to reduce the amount allocated to public services in
order to avoid exceeding the maximum allowable set aside for that purpose, but we retain the
same proportion of funding set aside for public services in this plan. Funding was also slightly
reduced in our sidewalk project, as it was determined that we will still have sufficient funding to
carry out a sidewalk improvement project at that funding level.
Should CDBG revenues come in less than originally proposed, the City will continue managing
the programs with decreased resources to the extent possible and reduce funding allocations
in administrative activities and not public services.
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AP-38 Project Summary
Project Summary Information
1 Project Name Housing Repair
Target Area None
Goals Supported Affordable Housing
Needs Addressed Affordable Housing
Funding CDBG: $200,000
Description Maintain the affordability of decent housing for low-income Auburn residents by providing repairs
necessary to maintain suitable housing for low income Auburn homeowners.
Target Date 12/31/2024
Estimate the number and type
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
An estimated 65 low- and very low-income families will benefit from the housing repair program. As the
City's largest homeless prevention program, housing repair ensures the sustainability of a safe home for
some of Auburn's most vulnerable residents. Of the 65 low to moderate income residents who apply for
the program, over half of them are of the senior and disabled population.
Location Description n/a
Planned Activities Activities include minor home repairs.
2 Project Name Administration
Target Area None
Goals Supported All
Needs Addressed Planning and Administration
Funding CDBG: $120,000
Description General administration and project management
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Estimate the number and type
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
n/a
Location Description n/a
Planned Activities General planning and administration of the CDBG programs include: management of the housing repair
program, management of all CDBG related finances, all grant reporting, monitoring of subrecipients and
providing guidance of program implementation in Auburn.
3 Project Name Solid Ground Housing Stability Program
Target Area
Goals Supported End Homelessness
Needs Addressed Ensure a Suitable Living Environment
Funding CDBG: $90,000
Description Provide time limited emergency subsistence/rental assistance to Auburn residents paired with
supportive services based on the progressive engagement model to support homelessness prevention
and increased housing stability. This is a public service activity.
Target Date 12/31/2024
Estimate the number and type
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
60 low to moderate income Auburn residents will benefit from the housing stability program.
Location Description n/a
5 Project Name Microenterprise Assistance
Target Area
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Goals Supported Community and Economic Development
Needs Addressed Ensure a Suitable Living Environment.
Funding CDBG: $75,000
Description Make funds available through an RFP process to nonprofit agencies to provide Microenterprise
Assistance services to low to moderate income Auburn residents.
Target Date 03/31/2025
Estimate the number and type
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
An estimated 20 microenterprise businesses will benefit from the proposed activity.
Location Description n/a
6 Project Name ADA Sidewalk Accessibility Improvements
Target Area none
Goals Supported Community and Economic Development
Needs Addressed Ensure a Suitable Living Environment
Funding CDBG: $115,000
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Description Provide sidewalk ADA improvements in low- to moderate-income residential areas of Auburn, improving
accessibility, safety, and community connectedness.
Target Date 12/31/2024
Estimate the number and type
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
500 low to moderate income Auburn residents will benefit from the improvements.
Location Description The specific location of 2024 sidewalk ADA improvement projects has not been finalized, but the City
aims to support improvements in low income residential areas, especially in those areas where a project
can support greater residential connections to transit and services.
Planned Activities TBD
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AP-50 Geographic Distribution - 91.420, 91.220(f)
Description of the geographic areas of the entitlement (including areas of low -income and
minority concentration) where assistance will be directed
The City of Auburn intends on distributing funds throughout the jurisdiction.
Geographic Distribution
Target Area Percentage of Funds
Table 8 - Geographic Distribution
Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically
Due to the fact that all areas of Auburn have low to moderate income families dispersed
throughout the entire City, the City intends on investing throughout the entire jurisdiction to
ensure that all populations throughout the region have access to benefic ial programs and
housing opportunities.
Discussion
Due to the fact that all areas of Auburn have low to moderate income families dispersed
throughout the entire City, the City intends on investing throughout the entire jurisdiction to
ensure that all populations throughout the region have access to benefic ial programs and
housing opportunities.
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AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing - 91.420, 91.220(j)
Introduction
The City of Auburn will continue to work with service providers, the housing authority and residents in coordination to fully address
and develop systems and strategies to promote their efforts in providing sustainable, affordable housing.
Auburn's partnerships with organizations such as the King County Housing Authority , South King Housing and Homelessness
Partners, and the Housing Development Consortium of Seattle King County have allowed the City to explore new and innovative
strategies to continue to offer affordable housing to its current and prospective residents.
Actions it planned to remove or ameliorate the negative effects of public policies that serve as barriers to affordable housi ng such
as land use controls, tax policies affecting land, zoning ordinances, building codes, fees and charges, growth limitations, and
policies affecting the return on residential investment
The City of Auburn will continue to look at policies that remove barriers to affordable housing. The City of Auburn's Compreh ensive
Land Use Plan includes several policies and objectives that will guide the city toward achieving its affordable and fair hou sing goals.
These policies include maintaining flexibility in land use to achieve a balanced mix of affordable housing opportunities. The City will
continue to pursue mixed use developments that are consistent with the transportation oriented developments located in Auburn's
downtown. The City will look for opportunities with public and private agencies to implement policies and offer programs that help
alleviate physical and economic distress, conserve energy resources, improve the quality and quantity of community services, and
eliminate conditions that are detrimental to health, safety and public welfare.
In 2019, the Washington State Legislature adopted House Bill 1923, which awarded grants in the amount up to $100,000 to citie s for
the purpose of increasing residential capacity. The City of Auburn partnered with five other South King County jurisdictions to
establish a sub-regional framework of existing conditions. The results of that effort were used to inform and aid in the development
of Auburn’s own Housing Action Plan.
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Auburn’s Housing Action Plan focuses on encouraging construction of additional affordable and market rate housing in a greater
variety of housing types and at prices that are accessible to a greater variety of incomes, including strategies aimed at the for-profit
single-family home market.
The Housing Action Plan aims to address the following four goals:
A) Encourage market rate development in Downtown Auburn: more development and denser development
B) Encourage the development of below-market workforce housing in Downtown Auburn
C) Encourage the development of middle housing types in R-5 and R-7 Zones in the Study Area
D) Prevent displacement and encourage the preservation of existing affordable housing
The final Housing Action Plan was adopted by Auburn City Council on July 6, 2021. The City will continue its work in implementing
strategies identified in the Housing Action Plan in 2023 and through the remainder of the Consolidated Plan period.
In 2020 the City of Auburn passed an ordinance adopting a new chapter of Rental Housing Code. Included in this ordinance were
multiple housing stability strategies, including increased notice of rental increases, a cap on late fees, and a Just Cause E viction
Ordinance that requires landlords to have good cause in order to evict or terminate tenancy of a renter. Just Cause protections are
especially helpful in addressing fair housing issues, and this adoption was consistent with the City’s efforts related to the Analysis of
Impediments to Fair Housing Choice. This builds on previous protections passed by Auburn City Council, including Source of Income
Discrimination protections and enhanced rental inspections. Auburn staff have been involved in local and regional policy
conversations exploring opportunities to further support anti-displacement efforts and reduce barriers to affordable housing
development within our jurisdiction.
In 2022, the City of Auburn funded Fair Housing Public Services utilizing CDBG funds, consistent with the findings and goals of the
City’s adopted Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice. The City also continues to support proactive landlord and ten ant
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education through outreach and web-based resource supports.
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AP-85 Other Actions - 91.420, 91.220(k)
Introduction
The City of Auburn will continue to work with service providers throughout the region in
coordination to develop systems and strategies to promote their efforts in providing optimal,
easily accessible services. The City will work to reduce the number of families in poverty,
sustain relationships with employment training agencies, and work to preserve and increase the
affordable housing stock in our community.
Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs
By establishing a strong foundation of networks between local service providers, stakeholders
and government agencies through committees and coalitions, the City will work in partnership
to address obstacles and ameliorate barriers to meeting underserved needs. The collaborated
organizations will develop detailed strategic plans that will delegate tasks, build systems and
ongoing assessment of service delivery.
Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing
The City will continue to maintain the affordability of decent housing for low income Auburn
residents by allocating $200,000 of CDBG funds to the City's Housing Repair Program. The
program provides emergency repairs necessary to maintain safe housing for at least 65 Auburn
homeowners, many of whom are senior citizens and/or are experiencing barriers to safely
accessing their homes due to physical disabilities.
In addition to Auburn's Housing Repair program, the City will maintain affordable housing by
continuing to engage and partner with coalitions, committees and other government agencies
to integrate and enhance efforts on the issue.
The City has formally adopted a Housing Action Plan, as discussed in AP-75, that is helping to
guide current and future efforts in this area. That plan is available to the public on the City of
Auburn’s website.
Auburn has been participating in multiple robust regional efforts to coordinate affordable
housing activities in King County. One of these efforts, The South King Housing and
Homelessness Partners (SKHHP) is a coalition formed by an interlocal agreement be tween the
jurisdictions of Auburn, Burien, Covington, Des Moines, Federal Way, Kent, Normandy Park,
Renton, Tukwila, and King County. The agreement allows for South King County jurisdictions to
work together and share resources in order to effectively address affordable housing and
homelessness. This collaborative model is based on similar approaches used in Snohomish
County, East King County, and other areas of the country. The purpose of the coalition is to
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increase the available options for South King County residents to access affordable housing and
to preserve the existing affordable housing stock.
Additionally, the City of Auburn has been an active participant in the Affordable Housing
Committee of the Growth Management Planning Council (GMPC), with a City Councilmember
sitting on the Committee as an alternate member. The Affordable Housing Committee serves as
a regional advisory body to recommend action and assess progress toward implementing the
Regional Affordable Housing Task Force (RAHTF) Five Year Action Plan. The Committee
functions as a point in coordinating and owning accountability for affordable housing efforts
across King County.
Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards
The City of Auburn includes language in its CDBG contracts that require agencies to comply with
HUD Lead-Based Paint Regulations (24 CFR Part 35) issued pursuant to the Lead-Based Paint
Poisoning Prevention Act (42 U.S.C. Sections 4831, et seq.) requiring prohibition of the use of
lead-based paint whenever CDBG funds are used. In addition, the City notifies residents of
potential lead-based paint hazards when it awards a Housing Repair grant. A copy of the
pamphlet – "Protect Your Family from Lead In Your Home" is provided each Housing Repair
client when the City conducts the initial inspection of their home.
The city takes additional measures when the age of the home indicates a possible presence of
lead-based paint. Before housing repair work commences, the city contracts with a certified
provider to undertake lead paint testing. When lead-based hazards are positively identified, the
city works with the housing repair client and contractors certified in RRP Lead Abatement to
implement the necessary mitigation and safety strategies.
Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty-level families
The City of Auburn's planned actions to reduce the number of poverty- level families within the
context of this Annual Action Plan include but are not limited to:
• Allocating $200,000 to the Housing Repair program, which serves low- and very low-
income residents and supports households to remain in safe and affordable housing.
• Allocating $90,000 to public service activities providing Homelessness Prevention and
Intervention services.
• Participate and partner with coalitions, committees and agencies that provide
antipoverty services to develop and enhance strategies and efforts to reduce poverty
level families.
• Supporting the development and sustainability of affordable multi-family housing in
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Auburn.
In addition, the city will continue to support and fund programs serving families living in
poverty through a competitive human services funding process.
Actions planned to develop institutional structure
The City's planned actions to address the gaps and weaknesses identified in the strategic plan
include:
• Maintaining partnerships with and participating in the South King County Housing and
Homelessness Partnership, the Regional Homelessness Authority of King County and
other regional human service providers, coalitions and committees who address
homeless issues. The City will also continue to work collaboratively with partnering
organizations and groups to integrate and enhance services to provide optimal services
to individuals and families currently experiencing or at risk of homelessness. In addition
the City plans to prioritize General Fund human services dollars for housing and
homelessness interventions, and allocate $240,000 to basic needs services such as food,
financial assistance, clothing and healthcare.
• Take a comprehensive approach to consolidated and comprehensive planning to include
all internal City departments, commissions, committees and task forces.
Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social
service agencies
The City of Auburn has heavily contributed and intends to continue cultivating relationships
between public and private housing and social service agencies. In addition the City will
continue to participate in collaborations with the South King County Forum on Homelessness,
the South King County Council of Human Services, Seattle-King County Housing Development
Consortium and the King County Joint Planners Meeting.
Discussion
The expressed goal of the City's Consolidated Plan is to reduce the number of people living in
poverty within Auburn. The City intends to give funding priority to programs that in addition to
complying with federal regulations and address a priority a outl ined in the Consolidated Plan
are consistent with all of the goals and objectives identified.
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Program Specific Requirements
AP-90 Program Specific Requirements - 91.420, 91.220(l)(1,2,4)
Introduction
Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG)
Reference 24 CFR 91.220(l)(1)
Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are identified in the
Projects Table. The following identifies program income that is available for use that is included in
projects to be carried out.
1. The total amount of program income that will have been received before
the start of the next program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed
2. The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be
used during the year to address the priority needs and specific objectives
identified in the grantee's strategic plan
3. The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlements
4. The amount of any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the
planned use has not been included in a prior statement or plan.
5. The amount of income from float-funded activities
Total Program Income
Other CDBG Requirements
Discussion
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AGENDA BILL APPROVAL FORM
Agenda Subject:
Resolution No. 5750 (Gaub)
Date:
December 7, 2023
Department:
Public Works
Attachments:
Resolution No. 5750
CP1622 Vicinity Map
Regional Growth Center Vicinity Map
Budget Impact:
Current Budget: $0
Proposed Revision: $0
Revised Budget: $0
Administrativ e Recommendation:
City Council to adopt Resolution No. 5750.
Background for Motion:
This Resolution authorizes the Mayor to enter into agreements to accept and utilize
Transportation Improvement Board grant funds in the amount of $5,421,476 for the Auburn
Way South Widening and Regional Growth Center Improvement Projects.
Background Summary:
Resolution No. 5750 authorizes the Mayor to enter into agreements to accept and utilize
Transportation Improvement Board grant funds in the amount of $5,421,476 for the Auburn
Way South Widening and Regional Growth Center Improvement Projects. These grants
complete the funding for these projects. Design and property acquisition is currently
underway and both projects are scheduled to be under construction in 2024.
The Auburn Way South Widening Project will widen the roadway between Hemlock Street SE
and Poplar Street SE to create a five-lane cross section with two general purpose travel lanes
in each direction, and a two-way center left-turn lane or median at some locations.
Additionally, curb and gutter, 10 foot sidewalks, illumination, transit stop improvements, storm
water improvements, and access management are proposed.
The Regional Growth Center Improvements Project will make improvements to the
intersections of Auburn Avenue/3rd Street NE and Auburn Way N/4th Street NE. Project
improvements include replacing the traffic signal at Auburn Avenue/3rd Street NE, full depth
pavement re-construction at the project intersections, additional and improved pedestrian
crossings at the Auburn Avenue/3rd Street SE, and reconfiguration of the project
intersections to improve operations and reduce congestion. The project will improve non-
motorized and transit access to the Auburn Station.
Rev iewed by Council Committees:
Councilmember:Brown Staff:Gaub
Meeting Date:December 18, 2023 Item Number:RES.B
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Resolution No. 5750
December 4, 2023
Page 1
RESOLUTION NO. 5750
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND ADMINISTER AN
AGREEMENT ACCEPTING GRANTS FROM THE
WASHINGTON STATE TRANSPORTATION
IMPROVEMENT BOARD FOR THE AUBURN WAY
SOUTH WIDENING AND REGIONAL GROWTH
CENTER IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
WHEREAS, the City desires to improve the safety, capacity, and efficiency of its
street network; and
WHEREAS, City street construction projects known as the “Auburn Way South
Widening – Hemlock to Poplar Streets” project and the “Regional Growth Center
Improvements” project (“Projects”) are included in the City’s adopted Transportation
Improvement Program; and
WHEREAS, to help fund these Projects, the City has applied for and been awarded
competitive Washington State Transportation Improvement Board (“TIB”) grants totaling
$5,421,476: $3,309,032 for the Auburn Way South Widening – Hemlock to Poplar Streets
project, and $2,112,444 for the Regional Growth Center Improvements project; and
WHEREAS, the TIB grants require the City to provide matching funds to fully fund
the Projects; and
WHEREAS, the required matching City funds are available in the approved City
budget; and
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the City to use grant monies to help finance
the City street improvements.
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Resolution No. 5750
December 4, 2023
Page 2
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUBURN,
WASHINGTON, RESOLVES as follows:
Section 1. The Mayor is authorized to execute and administer grant agreements
with the Washington State Transportation Improvement Board for the Auburn Way South
Widening – Hemlock to Poplar Streets and the Regional Growth Center Improvements
Projects.
Section 2. The Mayor is authorized to negotiate, enter, and administer
agreements to spend the grant funds for the Projects, and to implement other
administrative procedures necessary to carry out the directives of this legislation.
Section 3. That this Resolution shall take effect and be in full force on passage
and signatures.
Dated and Signed this _____ day of ______________, 2023.
CITY OF AUBURN
___________________________________
NANCY BACKUS, MAYOR
ATTEST:
___________________________
Shawn Campbell, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
___________________________
Harry Boesche, Acting City Attorney
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666.7
NAD_1983_StatePlane_Washington_North_FIPS_4601_Feet
Feet666.7333.30
1:4,000
Auburn Way S (SR-164) - Hemlock to Poplar
1in =333 ft
6/5/2019Printed Date:
Map Created by City of Auburn eGIS
Imagery Date: May 2015
Information shown is for general reference
purposes only and does not necessarily
represent exact geographic or cartographic
data as mapped. The City of Auburn makes no
warranty as to its accuracy.
Project Limits
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666.7
NAD_1983_StatePlane_Washington_North_FIPS_4601_Feet
Feet666.7333.30
1:4,000
Auburn Pedestrian Access and Circulation Improvements
1in =333 ft
3/5/2019Printed Date:
Map Created by City of Auburn eGIS
Imagery Date: May 2015
Information shown is for general reference
purposes only and does not necessarily
represent exact geographic or cartographic
data as mapped. The City of Auburn makes no
warranty as to its accuracy.
Project
Location
Regional Growth Center Access Improvements Project
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