HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-06-2015 MinutesCity Council Meeting
April 6, 2015 - 7:00 PM
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CALL TO ORDER
A. Pledge of Allegiance
Deputy Mayor John Holman called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. in the
Council Chambers located at Auburn City Hall, 25 West Main Street in
Auburn and led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance.
B. Roll Call
City Councilmembers present: Deputy Mayor Holman, Rich Wagner, Bill
Peloza, Largo Wales, Wayne Osborne, Claude DaCorsi and Yolanda Trout.
Department Directors and staff members present included: Community
Development and Public Works Director Kevin Snyder, Parks, Arts and
Recreation Director Daryl Faber, Innovation and Operations Manager
Ashley Riggs, City Attorney Daniel B. Heid, Director of Administration
Michael Hursh, Finance Director Shelley Coleman, Police Commander Mark
Caillier, Assistant Director of Engineering Services /City Engineer Ingrid
Gaub, Assistant Director Community Development Services Jeff Tate,
Environmental Services Manager Chris Andersen, Community Services
Assistant Emily Pearson, and City Clerk Danielle Daskam.
II. ANNOUNCEMENTS, PROCLAMATIONS, AND PRESENTATIONS
A. Pierce County Transit Presentation
Nancy Henderson, Pierce County Transit Commissioner, to present an
update on Pierce Transit.
Dr. Nancy Henderson, Pierce Transit Commissioner and Steilacoom Town
Councilmember, accompanied by Service Innovation Manager Tina Lee,
updated the Council on the activities of Pierce Transit using a PowerPoint
presentation. As a member of the Board of Commissioners for Pierce
Transit, Commissioner Lee represents the cities of Auburn, Pacific, Ruston,
Fircrest, Gig Harbor, and Steilacoom. Commissioner Henderson reviewed
Pierce Transit's Strategic Plan and goals, operating revenues, service
hours, demographics of customers, regional connections, sustainability
efforts, and changes and projects on the horizon for Pierce Transit.
Currently, the portion of the city serviced by Pierce Transit includes the
Lakeland shuttle service.
Councilmember Osborne questioned the Pierce Transit fare box recovery
rate of 14 percent while King County Metro reflects a 29 percent fare box
recovery. Service Innovation Administrator Lee stated the overall fare box
recovery rate for Pierce Transit is 17 percent, and Pierce Transit's goal is to
increase fares to achieve 19 to 20 percent.
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Councilmember Wales urged Pierce Transit to ensure the preservation of
paratransit services. Councilmember Wagner agreed with Councilmember
Wales' comments and added transit service should be evaluated on the
social service it provides to the community.
B. Arbor Day Proclamation
Mayor Backus to proclaim April 16th 2015 as "Arbor Day" in the City of
Auburn.
Deputy Mayor Holman read and presented the Mayor's proclamation
declaring April 16, 2015, as Arbor Day in the city of Auburn to Parks, Arts
and Recreation Director Daryl Faber. Director Faber announced City
officials, along with volunteers from the Auburn Garden Club, Auburn Tree
Board, Auburn Park Board, representatives from the state Department of
Natural Resources and the Washington Community Forestry Council will be
planting a Stewartia tree as part of the Arbor Day commemoration.
C. Volunteer Week Proclamation
Mayor Backus to proclaim April 12 -18th, 2015 as Volunteer Week in the City
of Auburn.
Deputy Mayor Holman read and presented the Mayor's proclamation
declaring the month of April as Volunteer Month in the city of auburn to
Parks, Arts and Recreation Director Daryl Faber. Director Faber reported
over 55,000 volunteer hours are provided in parks, police, and
other departments. Director Faber reminded Auburn's largest community
volunteer effort, Clean Sweep, will take place April 25, 2015.
lll. APPOINTMENTS
There was no appointment for Council consideration.
IV. AGENDA MODIFICATIONS
There was no change to the agenda.
V. 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.
Brock Snyder, 405xx 264th Avenue SE, Enumclaw. Mr. Snyder
spoke regarding tent cities and homeless encampments. He requested the
City change its laws to allow tent cities to provide a safe place for the
homeless. Mr. Snyder stated he has worked with the SHARE and WHEEL
organizations, which are self- organized groups of homeless and formerly
homeless people. Mr. Snyder submitted written materials regarding SHARE
and WHEEL.
Linda Redmond, 27xx 18th Street SE, Auburn. Ms. Redmond suggested
the former Children's Home Society building at north Auburn be used for
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homeless women and children. She submitted a written proposal in support
of her comments.
C. Correspondence
There was no correspondence for Council review.
VI. COUNCIL AD HOC COMMITTEE REPORTS
Council Ad Hoc Committee Chairs may report on the status of their ad hoc
Council Committees' progress on assigned tasks and may give their
recommendations to the City Council, if any.
Councilmenmber Trout reported on behalf of the Council ad hoc committee on
finance responsible for reviewing claims and payroll vouchers. Councilmember
Trout reported she and Councilmember Wales reviewed claims vouchers in the
amount of $2,807,258.30 and two wire transfers in the amount of $153,901.86
and payroll vouchers in the total amount of $1,595,408.61. The committee
recommends approval of claims and payroll vouchers as they appear on the
agenda this evening.
VII. CONSENT AGENDA
All matters listed on the Consent Agenda are considered by the City Council to
be routine and will be enacted by one motion in the form listed.
A. Minutes of the March 16, 2015 City Council Meeting
B. Claims Vouchers (Coleman)
Claims voucher numbers 432843 through 433073 in the amount of
$2,807,258.30 and two wire transfers in the amount of $153,901.86 and
dated April 6, 2015.
C. Payroll Voucher (Coleman)
Payroll check numbers 535440 through 535470 in the amount of
$289,951.97, electronic deposit transmissions in the amount of
$1,305,456.64 f or a grand total of $1,595,408.61 for the period covering
March 12, 2015 to April 01, 2015.
D. Public Works Project No. CP1409 (Snyder)
City Council to approve Final Pay Estimate No. 1 to small works Contract
No. 14 -20 in the amount of $95,019.02 and accept construction of Project.
No. CP1409, Omvetz PI SE Flooding Mitigation
E. Public Works Project No. CP0765 (Snyder)
City Council to award Contract No. 15 -04 to Paso Robles Tank, Inc. on their
low bid of $1,242,580.00 plus Washington State sales tax of $118,045.10
for a total contract price of $1,360,625.10 for Project No. CP0765, Lakeland
Hills Reservoir 5 Improvements
F. Public Works Project No. CP1308 (Snyder)
City Council to approve Change Order No. 3 in the amount of $208,050.00
to Contract No. 14 -04 for work on Project No. CP1308, BNSF Utility
Crossings
Councilmember Peloza moved and Councilmember Wales seconded to
approve the Consent Agenda.
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Councilmember Peloza questioned Public Works Project No. CP0765,
Lakeland Hills Reservoir 5 Improvements, particularly the portion of the
contract for painting the mural on the reservoir. City Engineer Gaub
explained the cost of coating the tank does not change whether there is a
mural or not. The low bid for the mural on the tank is $18,000.00.
Councilmember Wales spoke in favor of the cosmetic treatment to
the reservoirs once they are coated. Councilmember Wales stated
some tanks are very close to residential areas, and the mural is well worth
the cost. City Engineer Gaub added part of the project includes the removal
of trees too close to the tank, which will make the tank more visible to
nearby residences.
Councilmember Peloza suggested using the $18,000.00 for a more
beneficial purpose.
Councilmember Wagner spoke in favor of the mural on the reservoir stating
$18,000.00 of a total $1,242,580.00 project is less than one percent of the
project and is a good investment in improving the aesthetics of the
reservoir.
Councilmember Trout concurred with Councilmember Wales' statement.
Councilmember DaCorsi spoke in favor of the project and the aesthetic
value of the mural.
Councilmember DaCorsi questioned the lowest responsible bid at thirteen
percent above the engineer's estimate. City Engineer Gaub stated the
project is weather sensitive, and the City is requiring full containment of the
reservoir during the coating and painting due to the proximity to homes. City
Engineer Gaub stated the higher than anticipated cost of the project is
largely due to the sensitivity to weather conditions and the need to get the
project completed before the end of summer.
Councilmember Peloza inquired regarding the dewatering for Project No.
CP1308, BNSF Utility Crossings. City Engineer Gaub stated staff members
were not able to get on the BNSF property to test the water conditions
under the tracks during design. Once construction started, it was
determined that additional dewatering, beyond the amount initially
anticipated, was required for boring. Additional project costs include
approximately $200,000.00 for dewatering and additional flaggers required
by BNSF during the project construction at about $100,000.00.
Councilmember Peloza requested the removal of Public Works Project
CP0765 from the Consent Agenda to be considered separately.
MOTION TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA, WITH THE
EXCEPTION OF PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT NO. CP0765 PASSED
UNANIMOUSLY. 7 -0
VIII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Councilmember Osborne moved and Councilmember DaCorsi seconded to
approve the award of Public Works Project No. CP0765.
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Councilmember Peloza disagreed with spending $18,000.00 for aesthetics when
there are other needs in the city.
Councilmember Osborne spoke in favor of the motion and noted the residents of
the neighborhood where the reservoir is located are in favor of the mural.
MOTION CARRIED. 6 -1 Councilmember Peloza voted no.
IX. NEW BUSINESS
There was no new business.
X. ORDINANCES
A. Ordinance No. 6558 (Second Reading) (Coleman)
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
amending Ordinance No. 6533, the 2015 -2016 Biennial Budget Ordinance,
authorizing amendment to the City of Auburn 2015 -2016 Budget as set forth
in Schedule "A" and Schedule "B"
MOTION TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 6558 PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
7 -0
B. Ordinance No. 6559 (First Reading) (Snyder)
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
approving the Final Plat of Mountain View North, PLT14 -0009
Councilmember Osborne moved and Councilmember Wales seconded to
adopt Ordinance No. 6559.
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Osborne seconded to
suspend the rules and adopt Ordinance No. 6559 on first reading.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7 -0
XI. RESOLUTIONS
A. Resolution No. 5135 (Snyder)
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
authorizing the Mayor to execute a water service area boundary line
agreement between the City of Auburn and the City of Bonney Lake
Councilmember Osborne moved and Councilmember Peloza seconded to
adopt Resolution No. 5135.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7 -0
B. Resolution No. 5136 (Hursh)
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
expressing support for King County Proposition No. 1 - the Emergency
Public Safety Radio Network Replacement Project
King County Proposition No. 1
Regular Property Tax Levy for Emergency Public Safety Radio Network
Replacement Project
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The King County council passed Ordinance 17993 concerning funding for a
new, upgraded regional emergency radio network. This proposition would
provide funding to replace the current aging emergency radio network used
for dispatching and communicating with police, fire and other first
responders. The proposition would fund capital and transition costs as
defined in Ordinance 17993 and would authorize King County to levy an
additional regular property tax of $0.07 per $1,000 of assessed valuation for
nine years with collection beginning in 2016. The 2015 levy amount would
be used to compute limitations under Chapter 84.55 RCW for the eight
succeeding years. Should this proposition be:
Approved
Rejected
City Attorney Heid read the title of Resolution No. 5136. City Attorney Heid
noted the title of King County Proposition No. 1 appears on the agenda.
Deputy Mayor Holman invited anyone in the audience to speak for or
against Resolution No. 5136. No one in the audience requested
an opportunity to address the Council.
Councilmember Peloza moved and Councilmember Trout seconded to
adopt Resolution No. 5136.
Councilmember Wales spoke in favor of the resolution and the need for the
levy to provide funding to replace the current emergency radio network.
Councilmember Peloza spoke in support of the resolution and the proposed
levy to replace the emergency public safety radio network.
Councilmember Trout spoke in favor of the resolution and the proposed
levy.
Councilmember DaCorsi spoke in favor of the proposed levy and the need
to replace the current emergency public safety radio network. The
proposed levy equates to $0.07 per $1,000 of assessed valuation for a nine
year period.
Councilmember Osborne stated the resolution expresses the Council
support of King County Proposition No. 1, which will be on the ballot on April
28, 2015.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7 -0
C. Resolution No. 5139 (Snyder)
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, to
provide an address change for 35 City owned and operated park properties
Councilmember Osborne moved and Councilmember DaCorsi seconded to
adopt Resolution No. 5139.
Parks, Arts and Recreation Director Faber reported that during the
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preparation of the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan, it was
discovered that several parks and facilities did not have addresses or were
incorrectly addressed. The new addresses were reviewed by the City's
Addressing Committee comprised of representatives of Valley Regional Fire
Authority, Police, IT, Utility Billing and Traffic.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7 -0
D. Resolution No. 5140 (Hursh)
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
authorizing the Mayor to execute a Human Services agreement between
the City of Auburn and Public. Health - Seattle & King County to fund the
Auburn Public Health Center in 2015 -2016
Councilmember Wales moved and Councilmember Osborne seconded to
adopt Resolution No. 5140.
Councilmember Wales stated she believes funding for public health and the
Auburn clinic should be the responsibility of Seattle -King County Public
Health. However, she commended the partnership between, the City,
neighboring cities, the business community, the Muckleshoot Tribe, and
other partners to provide the funding needed to keep the Auburn health
clinic and its satellites open for the next two years.
In response to a question from Councilmember Peloza, Director of
Administration Hursh responded that the cities of Algona, Pacific,
Enumclaw, Black Diamond, the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe and other private
investors approved similar but separate funding agreements with Seattle -
King County Public Health.
Councilmember DaCorsi commended Mayor Backus, Councilmembers, and
customers of the Auburn clinic for a united effort to ensure the Auburn clinic
would remain open to serve those in need.
Councilmember Wales stated she is working behind the scenes to ensure
dedicated funding for the Auburn clinic. She expressed interest in receiving
data on the amount of revenue the Auburn clinic generates. Director Hursh
noted the agreement with Seattle -King County Public Health requires
quarterly reports to the City.
Councilmember Wagner questioned home visit targets mentioned in Exhibit
A of the agreement. Director Hursh explained the home visit targets are
established based on previous years' experience and the expected growth
or decline.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7 -0
E. Resolution No. 5141 (Held)
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
selecting a Nominee to serve as a member of the Board of Commissioners
for Pierce Transit
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember DaCorsi seconded to
adopt Resolution No. 5141.
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Councilmember Wagner spoke in favor of Resolution No. 5141
and nominee Nancy Henderson, Councilmember from the Town of
Steilacoom.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7 -0
XII. MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS
At this time the Mayor and City Council may report on their significant City -
related activities since the last regular Council meeting.
A. From the Council
Councilmember DaCorsi reported on his attendance at the Regional Law,
Safety and Justice Committee meeting where discussion items
included restorative justice and compassionate policing. Councilmember
DaCorsi also reported he participated in an Association of Washington
Cities Legislative Priorities Committee meeting telephonically to discuss the
excise tax on marijuana and revenue sharing.
Councilmember Wagner reported on his attendance at the Pierce
County Regional Council meeting where the members discussed expansion
of urban growth areas. Councilmember Wagner also reported he attended
a meeting with the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe and the Sound Cities
Association meeting.
Councilmember Peloza reported on his attendance at the South King
County Area Transportation Board meeting, the Auburn Airport Advisory
Board meeting, and the King County Regional Policy Committee meeting.
Councilmember Trout reported she participated in a tour of the Valley Cities
Counseling and Consultation facilities.
Deputy Mayor Holman announced King County Assessor Lloyd Hara will be
holding a Town Hall meeting at Auburn City Hall on April 21 st at 7:00 p.m.
to discuss property values and the Assessor's Office new web tools.
Deputy Mayor Holman asked for a volunteer to serve on the ad hoc
committee on finance. Appointments will rotate every six months.
Councilmember Wales offered to continue to serve as chair of the ad hoc
committee. Councilmember Trout announced she is stepping down to let
another Councilmember serve on the ad hoc committee and so that each
rotation is staggered for the two committee members. Councilmember
Osborne offered to serve as the newest member of the ad hoc committee
on finance.
B. From the Mayor
Mayor Backus was out of town and not in attendance at this meeting.
XIII. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting adjourned
at 8:26 p.m.
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APPROVED this 20th day of April, 2015.
NANCY S, MAYOR Danielle Daskam, City Clerk
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