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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-20-2011 City Council Meeting `-11YOF H June 20, 2011 - 7:30 PM .AUBURN Auburn City Hall WASHINGTON MINUTES I. CALL TO ORDER A. Flag Salute Deputy Mayor Sue Singer 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, Lynn Norman, and Virginia Haugen. Councilmember Bill Peloza arrived at 7:31 p.m. Councilmember John Partridge arrived at 7:32 p.m. Directors and staff members present: Public Works Director Dennis Dowdy, City Attorney Daniel B. Heid, Planning Manager Elizabeth Chamberlain, Economic Development Manager Doug Lein, Financial Planning Manager Rhonda Ewing, Parks, Arts and Recreation Director Daryl Faber, and Deputy City Clerk Cathy Richardson. C. Announcements, Appointments, and Presentations There were no announcements, appointments or presentations. D. Agenda Modifications There was no change to the agenda. II. CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE A. Public Hearings There was no public hearing scheduled. 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. Councilmember Peloza arrived at this time. Bob Darrigan, 104 South 305th Place, Federal Way On behalf of the Lions Club, Mr. Darrigan thanked Councilmembers, Director Faber and Parks Maintenance Manager Mike Miller for their contributions, assistance, and facilitation of the special needs fishing derby. Mr. Page 1 of 10 Darrigan reported on participation in the event by:the Washington State Department of Fish and .Wildlife and contributions by Auburn Sports and Marine and various businesses., It was a very successful event and there were approximately,150 participants. Mr. Darrigan displayed pictures of some of the participants and the large fish.they caught. Mr. Darrigan thanked Councilmembers and the City of Auburn for their support of this event. Councilmember Partridge arrived at this time. David Bryan, Lions Club Alliance Zone 19C3 Chairman On behalf of the Lions Club, -Mr. Bryan presented a certificate to the City of Auburn expressing their appreciation for the City's support of the Special Needs Fishing Derby. Vernon Hill, 635 7th Street NE #207, Auburn Mr. Hill stated that he is a supporter of Working Washington. Mr. Hill distributed and read an open letter on behalf of Working Washington. Mr. Hill urged Council to promote policies that create good jobs within the Auburn community. Mr. Hill was accompanied by a number of supporters -of Working Washington. Sam Pace, 29839 - 154th Avenue. SE, Kent Mr. Pace spoke'on behalf of the Seattle/King County Realtors and expressed their support of Ordinance. No. 6342 regarding construction sales tax exemption and OrdinanceN' 6365 regarding development of electric vehicle infrastructure. With regard to Ordinance. No: 6342, Mr. .Pace. spoke Iof the downturn in `the financial market and the, lack of financing for project development. Mr. Pace commended the actions by the City of Auburn with regard to. expanding their means to encourage development within the city and spoke regarding the benefits that the ordinance will -provide; if adopted. Mr. Pace also commended the,City Council for consideration of Ordinance No. 6366 and the common-sense approach to bepart of the solution with regard to new vehicle technology. C. Correspondenice There was no correspondence. III. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS A. Municipal: Services 1. June 13, 2011 Minutes (Peloza) Chair Peloza reported that the Municipal Services. Committe.e.met on June 13, 2011 at 3:30 p.m:: The--Committee approved-the consent agenda and discussed Ordinance No..6364 regarding amendment of the,,parking code which authorizes police officers to issue citations and impound vehicles for violations, with regard to obstructing other parked vehicles on public streets. The Committee also.discussed Ordinance No. 6366 relating to law enforcement cost recovery for emergency- responses to incidents involving citizens driving while under the. influence of alcohol. The Committee also Page 2 of 10 discussed animal control and rescue and was advised that a draft professional services agreement is being reviewed by the Auburn- Valley Humane Society. The Committee received a report on the Airport Master Plan, which' was.established,in 2001. The-plan is-currently being reviewed by the Airport Advisory Board. The Committee.also addressed noise concerns of residents living near the Muckleshoot.lndian Tribe (MIT) fireworks stands and pyrotechnic discharge area with regard to recent vendor demonstrations of fireworks. The Committee discussed the noise issues including possibly banning fireworks within the City. Mayor Lewis corresponded with the MIT addressing` this issue and MIT reminded those selling fireworks to adhere to MIT regulations governing fireworks.sales and discharge. City Council representatives will also be meeting with the Muckleshoot Tribal Council regarding this issue in the"near future. The Committee matrix was also reviewed and revised. The next meeting of the Municipal Services Committee is scheduled for June 27, 201.1 at 3:30 p.m. B. -Planning & Community-.Development 1. June 13, 2011. Minutes (Norman) Chair Norman reported, that the Planning and Community Development Committee met on June 13, 2011 at 5:00 p.m. The Committee approved Ordinance No. 6,365 regard ing_development `of`electric vehicle infrastructure and Ordinance No. 6342 regarding construction sales tax exemption. The - Committee also received a report on various parks projects, events such as the Special Olympics and Petpalooza, Auburn Senior Center, Discovery Park, An.Activity Gymnasium; a pilot project for an off-leash dog park,. and Park. Board volunteers. Chair Norman reported that it has.been a successful year despite. current'economics. The Committee also received a report from the Urban Tree Board which has done a great job working with the public and assisting: residents in obtaining protection of significant or historical trees. The Urban Tree Board is currently developing_a quarterly article to be published online and in the Auburn Reporter regarding proper techniques for tree pruning and care. The Committee also discussed. Resolution No 4715 regarding the Environmental Park Wetlands Trail boardwalk which will provide an opportunity for visitors to get an up-close view of vegetation and wildlife. Chair.Norman. commended staff efforts to reduce construction costs for the. boardwalk project which includes, among other savings, obtaining participation in.the project by the Washington Conservation Corps. The Committee also discussed the Planning and Community. Development committee matrix. The: next regular meeting of the Planning and Community Development.Committee is scheduled for June-27, 2011 at 5:00 p.m. C. Public Works 1. June 6, 2011 Minutes (Wagner) Chair Wagner.reported that the Public Works.Committee met this afternoon at 3:30. The Committee. approved a right-of=way use permit for groundwater monitoring for-.wells located in the City's right-of-way. The Committee also Page 3 of 10 approved contract-administration items including CP1102, 201.1 Arterial and Collector Street Pavement Preservation project, and CP0756,- Lea Hill Pump Station Decommissioning Phase 2 project. - The Committee also approved Resolution No. 4717 regarding the A Street NW. Extension project which is approximately 85% federally funded. - Improvement of approximately. l 1 /2 miles of A Street NW will greatly'improve north/south access into the City. The Committee also received.a presentation from the Bicycle Task Force which included suggestions for areas where the City might test the "Sharrow" concept,-which is a signage system that is installed to alert citizens that the road. is: being shared by. bicycles. Also presented were. potential locations for additional bike lanes. The test project for the "Sharrow" concept will be located on East Main Street;.then turn and go partially down R Street. If successful, the City will consider installing "Sharrow signage in many parts of the City used by bicyclists. The Committee _also, approved a water leak adjustment.and discussed surplus property Resolution No. 4616, Ordinance No. 6365 regarding electric vehicle infrastructure, and a mural at the new-reservoir in the Lakeland area. The Committee also received a presentation on the.Division Street Promenade project and reviewed the capital status report. The next regular meeting of the Public Works Committee is scheduled for Tuesday, July 5, 2011 at 3:30 p.m. D. Finance 1. June 6, 2011 Minutes (Backus) Chair, Backus reported that the Finance. Committee met this evening at 6:00. The Committee approved claims and payroll vouchers.. Chair Backus. reported that there were 419 claims which included payables to Waste Management for $633,000, Association of Washington Cities for $64,000, King County Finance for $82,000, and RW Scott for $158,000-for the Save Our Streets (SOS) program. The Committee also approved Ordinance No. 6361 which provides-clarification on the moratorium on social card games,` Resolution No.. 4713,a Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Police Department,-,and.surplus property Resolution No. 4716. Chair Backus commended the significant negotiation and mediation efforts by the Police Guild, Director Brenda..Heineman and Human Resources staff. The Committee also discussed Ordinance No. -,6342 regarding construction sales tax.exemption,'Resolution No. 4715 regarding the Auburn Environmental Park Boardwalk Trail and an agreement with the Washington Conservation, Corps; Resolution No. 4717 regarding the A-Street NW Extension, Ordinance No.. 6364 regarding-amendment to the parking code; O.rdinance.No. 6366 regarding recoupment of law enforcement costs, Auburn School District impact fees, and the.April 2011 financial -report.. The next regular meeting of the Finance Committee is scheduled for Tuesday, July 5, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. E. Les Gove.Community Campus The Les Gove Community Center meeting has not met since the last Council meeting. Page 4 of 10 i F. Downtown Redevelopment Chair Norman reported that the Downtown Redevelopment Committee has not met since the last Council- meeting. The next meeting of.the Downtown Redevelopment Committee is scheduled for July 12, 2011, at 4:00 p.m. G. Council Operations Committee The Council, Operations Committee has not met since the last Council meeting. 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. A. From the Council- Councilmember Wagner reported'that he attended the Pierce County. Regional Council meeting at which the City of Auburn- received an endorsement for an additional representative on the Puget Sound Regional Council advisory boards for the suburban cities of King County:- Councilmember_ Norman reported that she attended the grand opening of Mary Olson Farmwhich'was well attended even though it was raining. She also attended the groundbreaking for the South Division Street Promenade project which was also well attended. Councilmember Norman also reported that the Campus Corner Apartments at Green River Community College honored Charles Poe, for his participation and responsibility for that project. Councilmember Norman also commended ail the dance companies in the area for. their efforts-and dedication on behalf of the youths in the Auburn community. Councilmember Backus reported that she and Councilmember Partridge attended the Leaders hip. Institute of South Puget Sound, graduation ceremony. Councilmember; Backus commended Councilmember Norman for her leadership as the Director of.the Leadership Institute of South- Puget Sound for the past thirteen years and congratulated her on her upcoming retirement. She also attended the Senior.Center-Coffee Hour, South Division Street Promenade groundbreaking; Valley Regional Fire Authority Board meeting, Auburn International Farmers Market, and the Association for. Persons in Supported Employment (APSE) Employers Leadership Forum at which King County Executive Dow Constantine gave the keynote address on the importance of including persons-with disabilities'. in our workforce and the benefits received by doing so..,.Auburn School District Superintendent Dr., Kip Herren served as a panelist at the Forum and provided a great deal of, information on individuals with disabilities hired by the School District and the rewards gained.by the employer and the community. Councilmember Backus noted that Auburn High School former student and current volunteer, Bobby Vogel, received an honorary diploma from Auburn High,School. She also attended the Washington Elementary School DARE graduation. Page 5 of 10 Councilmember Peloza reported that he attended a Suburban Cities Association (SCA) Public Issues Committee meeting to discuss the Veterans and Human Services levy-, flood control on the Seattle seawall, the Ten Year Plan to End Homelessness, and levee certifications. He also attended a Solid Waste Advisory Committee meeting to discuss the King County capital projects schedule, including the Cedar Hills Landfill which will close in 2024. Councilmember Peloza urged citizens to recycle in order to extend the life of the landfill and reported on the King County interlocal agreement for waste disposal. Councilmember Peloza also reviewed the direct disposal payment system. He also attended an-Airport Advisory Board meeting at which they reviewed policy on parking of vehicles at the Airport, the Airport Master Plan, hangar rows 9 and 10 roofing, runway lighting project completion, annual hangar inspection report, Airport security procedures, and best environmental practices for the washing of airplanes. He also attended a King County Flood Control District meeting to discuss the 2012 Budget and 2017 Capital Projects plans, the South Division Street Promenade project groundbreaking, an ecology meeting on the total maximum daily load on the Green River, and the Mary Olson Farm grand opening. Councilmember Peloza also reported on the grand opening of the 2011 Auburn International Farmers Market. Councilmember. Haugen reported that she attended the Mary Olson Farm grand opening. Deputy Mayor Singer reported that she attended DARE graduations at Dick Scobee and Chinook Elementary Schools. She also visited the Puget Sound Regional Council to introduce Auburn City Council candidate Largo Wales and to attend a Transportation Priorities Workshop at which they made great strides on making maintenance a priority in the regional transportation planning process. She chaired the Auburn Tourism Board meeting at which they discussed ways to utilize Mary Olson Farm for various events. She also attended the grand opening of the Mary Olson Farm and commissioned two new police officers this morning. Deputy Mayor Singer reported that letters of intent have been signed by new tenants for the old Wal-Mart building. Deputy Mayor Singer also pointed out that -there is a great newspaper article about Bobby Vogel receiving an honorary diploma in the Seattle Times this morning. B. From the Mayor Mayor Lewis was not present as he is attending the United States Conference of Mayors this week'. V. CONSENT AGENDA A. Minutes of the June 6, 2011 City Council Meeting B: Claims Vouchers (Backus/Coleman) Claims check numbers 404826 through 405245 in the amount of $4,035,745.78 and dated June 20, 20.11 C. Payroll Vouchers (Backus/Coleman) Payroll check numbers 531511 to 531609 in the amount of $830,101.74 and Page 6 of 10 electronic deposit transmissions in the amount of $1,159,986.82 for a grand total of $1,990,088.56 for the pay period covering June 2, 2011 to June 15, 2011. D. Public Works Project No. CP0756 (Wagner/Dowdy) City Council award Contract.No. 11-02 to Hoffman Construction Inc. on their low bid $498,886.40 plus Washington State sales tax of $47,394.21 for a total contract price of $546,280.61 for Project No. CP0756 - Lea Hill Pump-Station Decommissioning Phase 2. E. Public Works Project No. CP1102 (Wagner/Dowdy) City. Council grant„permission to advertise for bids for Project No..CP1102, 2011 Arterial and Collector Street Pavement Preservation. (ACTION REQUESTED: City Council approve the Consent Agenda.) Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Backus seconded to approve the Consent Agenda: Councilmember Wagner reviewed the items on the consent agenda. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS There was no unfinished business. VII. NEW BUSINESS There was, no new business. VIII. -ORDINANCES A. Ordinance No. 6342 (Norman/Snyder) An-Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, amending section 3.60.035 of the-Auburn City Code regarding construction sales tax exemption Councilmember Norman moved and Councilmember Backus seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No: 6342. Councilmember Haugen expressed opposition to Ordinance No. 6342. MOTION CARRIED. 6-1 Councilmember Haugen voted no. B. Ordinance No. 6361. (Backus/Heid) An Ordinance of the City of Auburn, Washington,- amending Ordinance No. 5250, adopted June 21, 1999,: prohibiting social card"games conducted as a commercial stimulant except for those establishments currently licensed by the Washington State Gambling Commission and/or lawfully operating-inahe City as of-June 7, 1999; establishing penalties for violations; and providing that the moratorium on social card games conducted as a commercial stimulant as established under 'Ordinances 5249 and 5198 be terminated unless this ordinance.is determined to Page 7 of 10 be invalid or unenforceable for any reason Councilmember Backus moved and Councilmember Wagner seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 6361. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. C. Ordinance No. 6364 (Peloza/Lee) An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, amending Section 10.36.360 of the Auburn City Code and creating new Sections 10.36.215 and 10.36.216 of the Auburn City Code, relating to parking Councilmember Peloza moved and Councilmember Partridge seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 6364. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. D. Ordinance No. 6365 (Norman/Snyder) An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, amending chapter 18.04 of the Auburn City Code and creating a new Chapter 18.47 of the Auburn City Code for the purpose of compliance with RCW 35.63.126 to allow the development of electric vehicle infrastructure( Councilmember Norman moved and Councilmember Backus seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 6365. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. E. Ordinance No. 6366 (Peloza/Lee) An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, creating a new section 10.04.015 of the Auburn City Code and a new Chapter 3.90 of the Auburn City Code, relating to the recoupment of law enforcement costs for responding to incidents involving intoxicated persons Councilmember Peloza moved and Councilmember Partridge seconded to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 6366. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. IX. RESOLUTIONS A. Resolution No. 4713 (Backus/Heineman) A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, approving the collective bargaining agreement between the City of Auburn and the Auburn Police Guild for 2011-2012 Councilmember Backus moved and Councilmember Norman seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4713. Councilmember Haugen expressed opposition to Resolution No. 4713. Page 8 of 10 MOTION CARRIED. 6-1. Councilmember Haugen voted no. B. Resolution No. 4716 (Backus/Coleman) A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington declaring certain items of property as surplus and authorizing their disposal Councilmember Backus moved and Councilmember Norman seconded to adopt Resolution No. 4716. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0. C. Resolution No. 4717 (Wagner/Dowdy) A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing the Mayor to award and execute an agreement with the lowest possible responsible bidder for construction of Public Works Contract Number 11-13 for Project C207A, A Street NW Extension (A/B. Corridor) Councilmember Wagner'moved and Councilmember Peloza seconded to adopt Resolution.No. 4717. Councilmember Wagner expressed appreciation for the efforts of Senator Patty Murray and Representative Dave Reichert in obtaining federal funding for this project. The project, improving approximately 1 1/2 miles of A Street NW, will greatly improve north/south access into the City and will alleviate some traffic off of Auburn Way.. Councilmember Haugen expressed opposition to the sound wall portion of this contract and expressed concerns about the single-family residential neighborhood in that area. Deputy Mayor Singer pointed out that the sound barrier is a federal requirement . Councilmember Wagner stated that the City is using a high-tech material that has rubber and plastic embedded in it which enables it to absorb sound better than materials previously used for sound barriers. The City opted to build the sound barrier at a greater height than federal requirements dictate. The sound barrier will be located near a multi-family housing neighborhood. MOTION CARRIED. 6-1. Councilmember Haugen voted no. X. EXECUTIVE SESSION. There was no executive session: XI. ADJOURNMENT. There being no further business to come before the-Council, the meeting adjourned at 8:42 p.m. APPROVED THE DAY OF JULY, 2011. Page 9 of 10 Peter B. Lewis, Mayor Cathy Rich dson, Deputy City Clerk Page 10 of 10