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CITY OF * ~,r * CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
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WASHINGTON MARCH 7, 2011 7:30 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER
A. Flag Salute
Mayor Peter B. Lewis called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. and
led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance.
B. Roll Call
Councilmembers present: Rich Wagner, Sue Singer, Nancy
Backus, Bill Peloza, Lynn Norman, Virginia Haugen, and John
Partridge.
Directors and staff members present: Parks Maintenance Manager
Mike Miller; Police Commander Will Lathrop; Public Works Director
Dennis Dowdy; City Attorney Daniel B. Heid; Planning and
Development Director Kevin Snyder; Human Resources/Risk and
Property Management Director Brenda Heineman; Finance Director
Shelley Coleman; Economic Development Manager Doug Lein;
and Deputy City Clerk Cathy Richardson.
C. Announcements and Appointments
1. Announcements
There was no announcement.
2. Appointments
There was no appointment for Council consideration.
D. Agenda Modifications
Agenda modifications included the addition of Resolution No. 4676,
and revised Exhibit "A" and agenda modification memorandum to
Resolution No. 4690. Also noted was that the sponsoring
Committee for Resolution No. 4690 should be Finance chaired by
Councilmember Backus.
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II. CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE
A. Public Hearings
No public hearing was scheduled for this evening.
B. Audience Participation
This is the place on the agenda where the public is invited to speak
to the City Council on any issue. Those wishing to speak are
reminded to sign in on the form provided.
Greg Bartol, 5502 Duncan Avenue SE, Auburn
Mr. Bartol stated that he is a metal artist and teaches welding at
Green River Community College (GRCC). Mr. Bartol noted that he
recently had his artwork on display in the City Hall lobby. Mr. Bartol
reported that the City of Auburn, The Auburn Downtown
Association, and Auburn Valley Creative Arts have organized an
Auburn Art Walk which will begin on the evening of May 13, 2011
with art and wine and will continue on Saturday afternoon, May 14,
2011, with a family friendly venue. Mr. Bartol is the GRCC liaison
in charge of recruiting the music, performing arts, and much of the
artwork including ceramics, paintings and metals. Most of the
performing arts will be conducted at the GRCC facility in the
Sounder Transit Station. The artwork will be on display on Main
Street between Zola's on East Main Street to the Transit Station
and GRCC facility on West Main Street. The objective is to exhibit
work by local artists from the Auburn area and the Puget Sound
region. Mr. Bartol encouraged Mayor Lewis, Councilmembers and
the Auburn community to attend this first time event to enjoy the
arts and music.
Jessica Croskey, 2402 17th Street SE, Auburn
Mrs. Croskey read a letter relative to her recent request for an
appeal and review of her utility account with regard to a water leak
adjustment and the denial of her appeal. Mrs. Croskey spoke
regarding hardships that she and her family have suffered in
connection with the denial of her appeal. A copy of the letter read
by Mrs. Croskey was previously distributed to Mayor Lewis and
Councilmembers.
Josh Croskey, 2402 17th Street SE, Auburn
Mr. Croskey stated that the appeal was denied without an
explanation and inquired regarding the appeal procedure. Mr.
Croskey expressed his displeasure with regard to signing an
agreement for repayment of their water bill. Mr. Croskey inquired
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as to. whether that are any additional procedures or appeal
processes that they might undertake.
Mayor Lewis stated that the appeal was considered by the Public
Works Committee and -the reasons for the denial are public record
aril were , made available to Mr. and Mrs. Croskey. That
information has been distributed to the property owner.
In response to questions by Mr. Croskey, City Attorney Heid stated
that the appeal process is regulated by the Auburn City Code.
There-are no,.provisions for a re-appeal process at this time.
Mayor Lewis directed staff to provide the records related to the
appeaLto Mr., and -Mrs. Croskey. Mayor Lewis encouraged Mr. and
Mrs. Croskey to schedule an appointment to discuss the issue with
him-and City Attorney Heid.
C. Correspondence
There;was no correspondence for Council review.
III.. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
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A. Municipal Services
Chair Peloza reported that the Municipal Services Committee met
on; February 28,.2011 at 3:30 p.m. The Committee discussed and
recommends approval of Resolution No. 4688, the solid waste
contract with Waste Management. The Committee also discussed
Ordinance No. 6341: regarding development impact fee-: deferrals
for economic incentives,. Ordinance No. 6353 regarding a time
extension' related . to portable and temporary signs, and the
Committee's matrix including the-addition of the Police Chaplain's
Program. The next,meeting of the Municipal Services Committee
is scheduled for March.28, 2011.at 3:30 p.m.
B. Planning & Community Development
Chair Norman reported that the Planning . and Community
Development Committee met on _February-28, 2011 at 5:00 p.m.
The Committee discussed the -Auburn Junction Market Analysis
proposal` The Committee also discussed and recommends
approval of Ordinance No. 6353 regarding,a-time -extension for an
additional year related to portable and temporary signs, Resolution
No. 4676 which sets-a public hearing regarding -an, amendment to
the Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP)-, and.. Resolution. No.
r 4677 accepting a grant. The Committee also discussed Resolution
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No. 4685, a right-of-way vacation.to the Auburn School District,
Mosby Farm's privately initiated zoning code amendment, and an
electrical vehicle infrastructure ordinance as required by
Washington State law. The next meeting of the Planning and
Community Development Committee is scheduled for March 14,
2011 at 5:00 p.m. .
C. Public Works
Chair Wagner reported that the Public Works Committee met this
afternoon : at 3:30. The Committee approved right-of-way use
permits for the. Muckleshoot Indian Tribe to locate a bus stop along
Dogwood Avenue and the Auburn International Farmers Market for
operation purposes. The Committee also discussed and
recommends approval of granting 'permission to., advertise for
Project No. C50713, Auburn/Pacific Skinner Road/3~d Avenue SE
(Phase 2). The Committee also discussed the Street Payback
Waiver'for.George Lyden. "Chair Wagner noted that Item V.C.3
related to Mr. Lyden should be removed from the Council agenda
for further discussion by the Public Works Committee. The
Committee also discussed Resolution No., 4685 which sets a public
hearing for the Auburn- School District right-of-way vacation,
Ordinance -No. 6355 related to right-of-way acquisition for the M
Street Underpass project, a leak adjustment appeal, and Ordinance
No. 6341 related, to potential deferral of development fees. The
Committee also received annual reports on the National Pollutant
Discharge Elimination System 2 (NPDES 2) related, lo stormwater
quality `control, and- the Save Our Street (SOS) program: The
Committee discussed a- potential .traffic. alignment change at
Evergreen Way and Evergreen Loop, received an, update on
current grants in process, reviewed the capital projects status
report,- and, the City Hall Promenade -and City Hall Plaza project
budgets. Chair Wagner -noted that procedures for utility bill
adjustments will be . discussed at upcoming Public Works
Committee meetings. The next meeting of the Public Works
Committee is scheduled for March 21, 2011 at 3:30 p.m.
In response to questions from. Deputy- Mayor Singer,
Councilmember Wagner stated that Project No. C507B for the _
Auburn/Pacific trail includes most of the last section of the trail and
also includes improvements to bicycle route striping.
In response to questions -from Councilmember Haugen, Mayor
Lewis stated that-staff will provide documentation requested by the
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Public Works Committee related to utility adjustments in
approximately thirty days.
D. Finance
Chair Backus --reported that. the. Finance -Committee met this
evening at 6:00. ' The Committee discussed and recommends
approval of claims and payroll vouchers and,. Resolution No. 4690
for -a, Joint Parking Development Agreement -_and Option- to
Purchase with King County Library. System. The Committee also
discussed Ordinance No. 6355 declaring public use and necessity
regarding the. M Street Underpass project and authorizing
condemnation 'on a property along that corridor. The next meeting
of the Finance Committee is scheduled for March 21, 2011 at 6:00
p.m.
E. Les Gove.Community.Campus Committee
Chair Wagner reported that a meeting of the Les Gove Community
Campus Committee is scheduled for March 11, 2011 at 11:00 a.m.
F. Downtown Redevelopment
Chair Norman, reported that the Downtown Redevelopment
Committee -met on March 1, 2011 at 3:00`- p.m. The Committee
discussed the City Hall Plaza Improvement Project No. CP0922
and `Change Order' #2 on this evening's agenda and Downtown
Urban Center. Design -Standards and -:proposed changes to the
designation from Pedestrian . 1 to. Pedestrian 2 along Auburn
Avenue north, of Main Street which would allow for medical type
businesses. The Committee also discussed the downtown
pedestrian kiosk and pedestrian signage. with regard to size,
design, and placement. The next regular meeting of the Downtown
-Redevelopment Committee is scheduled for March 15, 2011 at
4:00 p.m.
G. Council Operations Committee
Chair. Wagner reported that the Council Operations Committee is
scheduled to meet on March 8, 2011 at.4:00 p.m.
IV. REPORTS
At this time the Mayor. and City Council may report on significant items
associated- with their appointed positions. on state, regional and local
organizations.
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A. From the Council
Deputy. Mayor Singer reported that she attended the Economic
Development District -Board meeting.. The focus of the meeting
was the economic development-connection to'transportation and
the Board's._ priorities for. transportation projects in the region. The
Board discussed ` connections between transportation,. economic
development, and growth management.
Councilmember Wagner reported that-he attended-the Washington
Stormwater Center Advisory Board meeting. The Center's funding
will run out this summer, but they are optimistic-that the State will
continue to- fund them. He also . attended a Regional Access
Mobility 'Partnership meeting, the Pierce County transportation
forum, at which they spoke regarding . Pierce Transit's cuts in
service. The. Auburn/Lakeland- and Pierce Transit ,shuttle
partnership, was lauded, as a cost sharing partnership model.
Attendees received a report from freshman Representative' Katrina
Asay. Ms. Asay was the former Mayor of the City of " Milton and
spoke-regarding preservation of the Public Works-Trust Fund.
Councilmember Partridge reported that he attended the Auburn
Valley Humane Society meeting of which he is the City's liaison.
The Society was formed to develop an option to replace the current
animal ,control services provided to the City by King County. The
Society ._has met three times to. discuss development. of their
budget :They have made a bid to use the. building located at 4,910
A Street.-and have developed the facility's exterior and interior
budgets and an operations budget. The Society legally solidified
their name and has filed documentation with the Internal Revenue
Service for their federal identification number in order to form a
501(C)3 'organization'. They - toured the Pierce County Animal
Control Shelter at.which they received a promise. -ofanimal cages
valued -at $20,000. The Society reviewed their conceptual budget
and. will provide their. letter of recommendation on March 14th.
They. also developed a lead- to meet with Donovan Brothers
Construction,, who worked on the building on A Street and have
built veterinary facilities in the past.
Mayor Lewis requested that staff develop a map of the routes and
stops for the-transit and shopper shuttles for the Tourism Board.
Director Dowdy, indicated that staff is working with the chair of.the
Transportation, Transit and Trails Committee to develop such a
map.
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Councilmember Peloza reported that he attended the King County
Water Pollution Abatement Advisory Committee meeting. Their
Financial Policies Workgroup is reviewing the capacity charge of
the conveyance system and sewer hook-up for housing and the
potential affect on King County codes. Under consideration is
providing discounts for "living houses" where waste water is
processed within the house. He also attended a Regional Water
Quality Committee meeting at which they discussed the 2011
Committee Work Plan and monitoring the Brightwater construction
costs and proposed rate proposals. They also discussed their
Comprehensive Plan, combined sewer overflows, inflow and
infiltration, water quality issues such as the Lower Duwamish
Watershed super fund in an effort to eliminate toxic waste, and
extension of the King County interlocal agreement.
Councilmember Peloza also reported on the Auburn International
Farmers Market (AIFM) meeting with Sound Transit and Metro in
an effort to abate the buses coming through the operation of the
AIFM, which opens on Sunday, June 12, 2011 at 9:00 a.m. until
2:00 p.m.
Councilmember Wagner reported that he attended the First United
Methodist Church service at which they discussed whether ACAP
would be invited to conduct their operation at the church. A poll of
the 200 members of the church produced a vote of 152 to 48 in
favor of allowing the ACAP operation.
B. From the Mayor
Mayor Lewis reported that he attended the South County Area
Transportation Board (SCATBd) meeting. In recent years, King
County representatives have often presented their legislative
issues to the SCATBd membership. The membership was
reminded that SCATBd was formed to put forward south county
area transportation projects. SCATBd member cities have since
developed a legislative agenda which was presented to the State in
order to communicate the south county area major transportation
projects and to reiterate the cooperation of the south county cities.
Mayor Lewis also attended the South Correctional Entity (SCORE)
meeting and reported that construction of the jail facility is still
ahead of schedule and considerably under budget. He also
attended several meetings on south end projects for both
transportation and light rail. Mayor Lewis reported that Amtrak is
meeting on a regular basis with regard to expansion of their
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services. There are a certain number of Amtrak trains that use the
Burlington Northern Railroad tracks each, day. Amtrak is
considering-. adding additional scheduled trains and the City has
requested that Auburn- be added as-one of the. stops for the new
train: routes. Auburn is strongly supported as an Amtrak stop by
the, southeast. cities of, Enumclaw, Black Diamond, Covington,
Maple Valley, Buckley, and Sumner. Mayor- Lewis also reported
that he-has been appointed to-the National Amtrak Advisory Group.
V. CONSENT AGENDA
All matters listed on the Consent Agenda are considered by the City
Council.to be routine and will be enacted by one motion in the form listed.
A. Minutes
1. Minutes of the -February 22, 2011 regular City Council,
meeting.
B. Vouchers.
F4.9.2,"F4.9.5 .
1. Claims
Claims check numbers-. 402244 through 40257.2 in the
amount of $1,425,081.74 and wire transfer in the amount of
$2,241.75 and dated March 7, 2011.
2. Payroll
' Payroll check numbers 530883 to 530965 in the amount of
$296,229.47 and electronic deposit transmissions in .the
amount.of $1,136,420.41 for a grand total of $1,432;649.88
for the pay period covering February 17,-2011 to. March 2,
2011
C. Contract Administration
1. Planning Department Project Number CP0922
.04.4.1 CP0922
City Council approve .Change Order #2 in the amount of
$130;000 to Contract 10-24 with R.L. Alia for work on-project
CP0922, City Hall Plaza Improvement.
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2. Public Works Project Number C507B
04.9.1 C507B
City Council grant permission to advertise for bids for Project
No. C50713, Auburn / Pacific Trail - Skinner Rd/3rd Ave SE
(Phase 2).
Deputy Mayor Singer moved and Councilmember Wagner
seconded to approve the Consent Agenda.
Deputy Mayor Singer spoke regarding the Change Order for
Project No. CP0922, City Hall Plaza Improvement. The Change
Order is due to the surface water management which is being
coordinated with the Promenade project on Division Street so that
more downtown stormwater can be controlled. The plaza
infrastructure had basically collapsed and the improvements will
bring the plaza into compliance with strict standards imposed by
the State.
Councilmember Haugen expressed opposition to Project No.
CP0922.
Councilmember Norman noted that the funds being used for the
improvements to the City Hall Plaza are already in the budget.
MOTION CARRIED. 6-1. Councilmember Haugen voted no.
VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no unfinished business.
VII. NEW BUSINESS
There was no new business.
VIII. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
A. Ordinances
1. Ordinance No. 6343
03.5 PLT03-0002
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, approving the final plat of Pinnacle Estates,
Phase 2
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Councilmember Norman moved and Councilmember
Backus seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No.
6343.
Councilmember Norman reported Ordinance No. 6343
approves Phase 2 of a subdivision located in Lakeland Hills
and approved in 2004.
MOTION CARRIED. 6-1. Councilmember Haugen voted
no.
2. Ordinance No. 6353
03.4.2.1.2
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, amending Chapter 18.56 of the Auburn City
Code and Ordinance No. 6327 as to the effective dates of
said ordinance's amendments to Chapter 18.56 of the
Auburn City Code relating to temporary signs
Councilmember Norman moved and Councilmember
Backus seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No.
6353.
Councilmember Norman reported that, approximately one
year ago, several businesses asked to be allowed additional
signage in order to help their businesses during the
economic downturn. Staff reviewed the Auburn City Code
and established a procedure to allow the additional signage
and it has been very effective with few problems, concerns
or complaints of any kind. The Planning and Community
Development Committee recommends extending the
allowance of additional signage for another year.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
B. Resolutions
1. Resolution No. 4676
04.9.3
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, setting a hearing date in relation to amending
the 2011-2016 Transportation Improvement Program of the
City of Auburn pursuant to RCW Chapter 35.77
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Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Peloza
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4676.
Councilmember Wagner reported that Resolution No. 4676
sets a public hearing to consider the amendment to the
Transportation Improvement. Program. The amendment is
due to the City receiving approximately $2.5 million in grant
funds from the State with participation from the Muckleshoot
Indian Tribe of approximately $600,000. The grant allows
for safety improvements to Auburn Way South in the area of
the Federal Aviation Administration. Acceptance of the
grant requires no additional funds from the City, but the
project will be managed by City staff.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
2. Resolution No. 4685
03.9 V1-10
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, receiving a petition for vacation and setting a
public hearing to consider the vacation of 3rd Street NE
between 2nd Street NE and 4th Street NE, East of E Street
NE, within the City of Auburn, Washington
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Peloza
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4685.
Councilmember Wagner explained that this is a dead-end
street approximately one block in length. The properties on
both sides of the area to be vacated are currently owned by
the Auburn School District (ASD). Approval of the vacation
will remove maintenance of the street from the City's
responsibilities and pass it on to the ASD.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
3. Resolution No. 4688
A3.14, 04.7.5
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
an agreement between the City of Auburn and Waste
Management of Washington for comprehensive garbage,
recyclables and compostables collection services
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Councilmember Peloza moved and Deputy Mayor Singer
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4688.
Councilmember Peloza reported that staff and the Municipal
Services Committee have discussed the agreement with
Waste Management of Washington extensively. The new
contract will provide better services and will include new
services not currently received by the City under the current
contract. Improved services include installation of a
compressed natural gas (CNG) fleet by 2012. This will
reduce gas emissions in the surrounding area and the public
will be able to purchase the CNG. Also included are new
wheeled 20 and 32 gallon garbage receptacles, a recycling
drop-off site for Auburn residents, initiation of an improved
outreach program, individual recycling carts for residents in
mobilehome parks, and year round weekly yard waste
collection.
Deputy Mayor Singer pointed out that there will be no
increase in costs to Auburn residents.
Councilmember Haugen spoke in opposition to Resolution
No. 4688.
MOTION CARRIED. 6-1. Councilmember Haugen voted
no.
4. Resolution No. 4690
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A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn,
Washington, authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
a Joint Parking Development Agreement and Option to
Purchase between the City of Auburn and King County Rural
Library District d/b/a the King County Library System
Councilmember Backus moved and Councilmember
Norman seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4690.
Councilmember Backus reported that Resolution No. 4690
allows the City to partner with the King County Library
System for additional parking needed for the library
expansion in the Les Gove Community Campus. Purchase
of the property by the City would be very costly. The
partnership allows the City to assist the library with their
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parking requirements and will include parking and design
rights for the City with regard to the entry into the Les Gove
Community Campus from Auburn Way South. The City
retains the first right of refusal if the King County chooses to
sell the property. Councilmember noted that $265,000 was
already designated in the 2010 budget. Since it was not
used in 2010, the funds will be rolled over to the 2011
budget.
Deputy Mayor Singer pointed out that the City Council has
endeavored for approximately fourteen years to find the
funding to make the improvements to the Les Gove
Community Campus entrance from Auburn Way South. The
improvements will include removal of the 40 Rentals building
and fencing and will be a tremendous improvement.
Mayor Lewis noted that the partnership with King County is
due to Auburn Councilmember's attendance at a King
County Library meeting. The parking improvements benefit
the library system and opens up the vista to the Les Gove
Community Campus.
Councilmember Backus stressed that all demolition costs for
removal of the 40 Rentals building will be at the expense of
King County. The only cost to the City is the partnership for
the parking improvements.
Mayor Lewis stated that the library will stay open during
construction via lease of the Herr Lumber facility as part of
the partnership agreement.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting
adjourned at 8:30 p.m.
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APPROVED THE DAY OF MARCH 2011.
&rB. i s, Mayor Cathy Ri ardson, Deputy City Clerk
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