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I, CALL TO ORDER
CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
MAY 1, 2017 7:00 PM
A. Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Nancy Backus called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m. and
led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance..
B. Roll Call
City Councilmembers present: Deputy Mayor Largo Wales, Bob
Baggett, Claude DaCorsi, John Holman, Bill Peloza, Yolanda Trout -
Manuel, and Rich Wagner.
Mayor Nancy Backus was in attendance, and the following
department directors and staff members were present: Community
Development and Public Works Director Kevin Snyder; Parks, Arts
and Recreation Director Daryl Faber, Director of Administration
Dana Hinman, Finance Director Shelley Coleman, City Attorney
Daniel B. Heid, Police Chief Bob Lee, Innovation and Technology
Director Paul Haugan, Assistant Director of Engineering
Services/City Engineer Ingrid Gaub, and City Clerk Danielle
Daskam.
II. ANNOUNCEMENTS, PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
A. West Auburn High School: Voice of the Community Awards
Mayor Backus recognized West Auburn High School students
Dominic Bundridge, Jocelyna Jorbon, Olivia Gibson -Morrison.,
Aaliyah Seas, and Lizbeth Leos (not present) as the five finalists in
the Mayor's Voice of the Community essay contest in which each
student wrote a letter to the Mayor expressing issues of concern.
The five finalists were each awarded. a new Kindle Fire from the
Auburn Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Caesar Robinson, Partnership
Development Director for the Chamber, was on hand to present the
awards. West Auburn High. School Principal Jon Aarstad and West
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Auburn High School Teacher Michael Sando thanked Mayor
Backus and the Chamber for the support and for the opportunity for
the students to participate in the competition.
111. APPOINTMENTS
There was no appointment for Council consideration.
IV. AGENDA MODIFICATIONS
Resolution No. 5296 was added to the agenda and a corrected version of
Resolution No. 5262 was distributed prior to the meeting.
V. CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS & CORRESPONDENCE
A. Public Hearings
1.
City Council to conduct the public hearing on the proposed
amendment of the 2016 Annual Action Plan for Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) Projects
Mayor Backus re -opened the public hearing at 7:18 p.m. No
one from the audience requested to speak, and the hearing
was closed.
2. Public Hearinq for Franchise Agreement No. 1.7.-09
City Council to conduct a public hearing in consideration. of
Franchise Agreement No. 17-09 for MClmetro Access
Transmission Services Corporation d/b/a Verizon Access
Transmission Services
Mayor Backus opened the public hearing at 7:19 p.m. No
one from the audience requested to speak regarding the
franchise agreement, and the hearing was closed.
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
Bob Darrigan, 104 South 325th PI, Federal Way
On behalf of the Lions Club, Mr. Darrigan thanked Mayor Backus,
members of the Council, and the Parks and Recreation Department
staff for their contributions, assistance and facilitation of the special
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needs fishing derby at Mill Pond Park last weekend. Over 100
special needs children, with their families and their friends,
participated in this year's event. Mr. Darrigan thanked the many
businesses and organizations that helped sponsor and/or organize
the event. Mr. Darrigan thanked the City for its continued support
of the fishing derby.
Antonio Flores
Mr. Flores spoke regarding Resolution No. 5284. He stated the
immigrant community supports the Auburn community, but
members are suffering and feeling harassed. Mr. Flores spoke in
favor of an inclusive city ordinance rather than Resolution No.
5284.
Claudia Flores
Claudia Flores read a poem by Carlos Nieto regarding
immigration.
Charlena Razo Moultine
Ms. Razo Moultine spoke regarding the needs of the immigrant
community and the homeless. Ms. Razo Moultine spoke in favor of
an inclusive city ordinance.
Rick Hood
Mr. Hood spoke regarding Resolution No. 5284. He stated he is
disappointed with the proposed resolution. He suggested the
Council adopt an ordinance with provisions similar to those
included in a City of Kirkland ordinance. Mr. Hood read excerpts
from the City of Kirkland ordinance.
Dianne Aid
Ms. Aid spoke in favor of sanctuary. She urged the City Council to
adopt a sanctuary city ordinance rather than Resolution No. 5284.
Vidal Rojas
Mr. Rojas stated he immigrated from Mexico looking for a better
way of life. He is a member of the Voice of Auburn. He urged the
City Council to pass an ordinance for safe city status rather than a
resolution.
Demi Troncoso
Ms. Troncoso stated she has been resident since 2008 and is
involved in the Voice of Auburn. She recommended the City
Council adopt a safe city ordinance rather than a resolution.
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Lydia Guerrero
Ms. Guerrero stated she has been a resident of Auburn since 2008.
She recommended the City Council adopt a sanctuary city
ordinance.
Erandy Flores
Ms. Flores, clothed in her grandmother's traditional clothing, stated
she is 16 years old and her parents have been in the United. States
for over 17 years. She spoke about the fear she and her siblings
have regarding the possible deportation of her parents.
Arthur Troncoso
Mr. Troncoso spoke in favor of a safe city ordinance.
Steve Mattioli
Mr. Mattioli stated he is an educator in the Auburn School District.
He spoke about the fears of his students since the 2016
presidential election. He spoke in favor of an ordinance for a safe
and inclusive city rather than Resolution No. 5284.
Alberto Yaque
Mr. Yaque stated he came to the United States as an
undocumented immigrant but has since received his citizenship.
He stated he is currently a registered nurse working in the ICU at
Auburn Multicare Hospital. He spoke regarding the fear that has
increased in the immigrant community, and he spoke in favor of a
safe and inclusive city ordinance.
Bryan Rivera
Mr. Rivera stated he is disappointed with proposed Resolution No.
5284. He urged the City Council to listen to the audience and
adopt a sanctuary city ordinance.
Tina Sanchez
Using an interpreter, Ms. Sanchez stated she is a member of
Washington Can. She stated members of the immigrant
community are fearful and afraid to report crimes and to send their
children to school. She urged the City Council pass a resolution
establishing Auburn as a welcoming city.
Guadalupe Macias Rivera
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Ms. Rivera spoke on behalf of the immigrant community. She
spoke about fear in the immigrant community. She spoke in favor
of a safe city ordinance rather than Resolution No. 5284.
Noel Trujillo -Garcia
Noel stated he is a student at Auburn Riverside High School. He
stated he is proud of the diversity at Auburn Riverside High School.
He spoke in favor of sanctuary city status.
Sarah Dean
Ms. Dean expressed support for a safe city ordinance rather than
Resolution No. 5284. She stated she is in favor of sanctuary city
status.
Mark Goss
Mr. Goss spoke in favor of sanctuary city status and recommended
the City Council adopt an ordinance to ensure a welcoming city.
Virginia Haugen
Ms. Haugen stated she attended a City Council ad hoc committee
meeting earlier this evening where documentation showed that
approximately $564,000 was spent in the last five years on the
remodel of city hall. Ms. Haugen questioned the amount of money
spent by Council for conferences and meetings and the salary of
the salary of the Mayor.
C. Correspondence
There was no correspondence for Council review.
VI. COUNCIL AD HOC COMMITTEE REPORTS
Councilmember Baggett reported on behalf of the Finance ad hoc
committee that reviews claims and payroll vouchers. Councilmember
Baggett reported he and Counc'ilmember Wagner reviewed the payroll
vouchers in the approximate amount of $2.2 million and claims vouchers
in the amount of approximately $1.2 million. The ad hoc committee
recommends approval of the claims and payroll vouchers as described on
the Consent Agenda.
Councilmember DaCorsi, chair of the ad hoc committee on the selection
of the Deputy Mayor, reported the ad hoc committee met earlier this
evening and will present their recommendation at a future Council study
session. The next meeting of the ad hoc committee is scheduled for May
15, 2017.
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Councilmember Trout -Manuel, chair of the ad hoc committee on safe and
inclusive city, expressed support for a resolution for a safe and inclusive
city but not sanctuary city status.
Deputy Mayor Wales reported the ad hoc committee on the $20.00 car
license fee met this evening at 6:00. The next meeting of the ad hoc
committee is scheduled for May 15 at 6:00 p.m. The Committee is
reviewing the needs for the City's arterial and collector roads.
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 April. 17, 2017 Regular City Council Meeting
B. Claims Vouchers
Claims voucher numbers 443513 through 443670 in the amount of
$558,061.97 and four wire transfers in the amount of $635,638.21
and dated May 1, 2017.
C. Payroll Vouchers
Payroll check numbers 537238 through 537275 in the amount of
$770,221.62 and electronic deposit transmissions in the amount of
$1,460,100.24 for a grand total of $2,230,321.86 for the period
covering April 13, 2017 to April 26, 2017.
Deputy Mayor Wales moved and Councilmember Trout -Manuel
seconded to approve the Consent Agenda.
Councilmember Peloza requested that Item D, Golf Course
Fireplace Smoke/Soot Remediation be removed from the Consent
Agenda. (For Council action on this item, see Unfinished
Business.)
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0
VIII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Golf Course Fireplace Smoke/Soot Remediation
City Council award Small Public Work Contract No. 17-16 to
Northwest Abatement Services, Inc. in the amount of $47,700.00
plus Washington State sales tax of $4,770.00 for a total contract
price of $52,470.00.
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Councilmember Peloza moved and Councilmember Trout -Manuel
seconded to approve the Golf Course Fireplace Smoke/Soot
Remediation.
Parks, Arts and Recreation Director Faber explained the work is for
the main lobby of the golf course clubhouse. The gas fireplace is
causing the darkened color of the main lobby.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0
IX. NEW BUSINESS
There was no new business.
X. RESOLUTIONS
A. Resolution No. 5262
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement for services with
Airport Management Group, LLC DBA Aviation Management Group
for the day to day operation and management of the Auburn
Municipal Airport
Deputy Mayor Wales moved and Councilmember Baggett
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 5262.
Councilmember Peloza questioned the Monday through Friday
office hours and hours of operation for the airport. Community
Development and Public Works Director Snyder explained the
Auburn Municipal Airport has operated historically on an 8 to 5,
Monday through Friday basis. The airport does not have tower
operations. To change the contract to provide for a different level
of staffing for seven days a week, would require a new service
approach for the airport. Director Snyder noted there is an on-call
provision for emergencies. Director Snyder recommended looking
at airport operations as activity increases at the airport.
Councilmember Peloza. questioned Item °O" of the Scope of
Services relating to credit card processing. Director Snyder
explained Item "O" requires Airport Management Group to work
with the City's Finance Department to establish procedures if
Airport Management Group accepts credit cards for payment of
fees other than fueling.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0
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B. Resolution No. 5284
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
affirming the value of all Auburn residents
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Trout -Manuel
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 5284.
Councilmember Wagner recommended the specifics that were
included in the ordinance reviewed by the ad hoc committee be
included in the resolution.
City Attorney Heid stated the resolution does not have an
enforcement mechanism; however, the police policies are
enforceable.
Councilmember Wagner stated he would like to see specifics in the
resolution.
City Attorney Heid stated the one change to Resolution No. 5284
as a result of the ad hoc committee meeting is the addition of the
third "Whereas" paragraph, which states: "Whereas, under state
law, the functions, powers, and duties of City officers and
employees does not include responsibility for enforcement of
federal immigration law."
City Attorney Heid stated the reason he would recommend the
resolution, in this case, is because the City already has a standard
operating procedure for police, which is more enforceable.
Deputy Mayor Wales stated she wants a stronger affirmation of the
City's position. She stated she does not support the term
"sanctuary city" because of federal funding issues. Deputy Mayor
Wales recommended stronger language in an ordinance form;
Deputy Mayor Wales stated her preference would be to refer the
resolution back to the ad hoc committee for further study.
Councilmember DaCorsi recalled that the ad hoc committee
recommended a resolution, and he questioned how passing an
ordinance would stop. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)
from coming in to the community and taking action. Councilmember
DaCorsi spoke about his great-grandfather's immigration from Italy
to the United States in the year 1898. Councilmember DaCorsi
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agreed the resolution needs further review by the ad hoc
committee.
Councilmember Trout -Manuel recommended referring Resolution
No. 5284 back to the ad hoc committee.
Councilmember Peloza moved and Councilmember Trout -Manuel
seconded to refer Resolution No. 5284 back to the ad hoc
committee for further review.
Councilmember Holman suggested passing Resolution No. 5284
tonight and referring the issue back to the ad hoc committee for an
ordinance.
Councilmember Wagner agreed with Councilmember Holman's
suggestion but recommended a date certain.
Councilmember Peloza spoke in favor his original motion.
Councilmember Trout -Manuel concurred with Councilmember
Peloza to refer the resolution back to the committee, and schedule
the item for discussion at the May 8 Council study session and for
action by the City Council on May 15tH
MOTION CARRIED. 6-1 Councilmember Holman voted no.
C. Resolution No. 5291
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
approving amendment to the 2016 Annual Action Plan update of
the Consolidated Plan
Deputy Mayor Wales moved. and Councilmember Baggett
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 5291.
Councilmember Peloza recommended staff come back during the
planning stages of the restroom and advise Council on the type of
security system planned at the restroom and the operation time of
the restroom.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0
D. Resolution No. 5294
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington,
authorizing the Mayor to accept federal grant funds to be
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administered through the Washington State Department of
Transportation for Project No. CP1513, 22nd Street NE and I Street
NE Intersection
Deputy Mayor Wales moved and Councilmember DaCorsi
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 5294.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0
E. Resolution No. 5296
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington
expressing its desire and support for Dick's Drive -In Restaurant
Councilmember Wagner moved and Councilmember Holman
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 5296.
Councilmember Wagner spoke in favor of the resolution and for a
restaurant near Les Gove Community Campus, although
Councilmember Wagner also acknowledged the business may not
choose a location near the campus.
Mayor Backus recited the contributions Dick's Drive-in has made to
their communities, their employees, and through their Change for
Charities program.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0
XI. MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS
A. From the Council
Councilmember Peloza reported on his attendance at the King
County Metro Solid Waste Management Advisory Committee
meeting. He stated the Committee discussed options to extend the
life of the Cedar Hills Landfill, which is estimated to close in 2028.
Councilmember Peioza spoke in favor of banning mattresses, tires,
and styrofoam from landfills to extend their life.
Councilmember Trout -Manuel reported she attended the executive
meeting of the Regional Law, Justice and Safety Committee
meeting. Councilmember Trout -Manuel advised the September
meeting of the Regional Law, Justice and Safety Committee will be
held in Auburn. Councilmember Trout -Manuel also reported on her
attendance at the Day of the Children celebration held at Colonial
Apartments.
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Deputy Mayor Wales reported on her attendance at the Day of the
Children celebration at Colonial Apartments and the Master
Builders function in Woodinville where information was provided
regarding on-line permitting services.
Councilmember Wagner reported on his attendance at the Pierce
County Regional Council meeting. Councilmember Wagner also
reported on a meeting with the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe regarding
the Auburn Way South Project.
B. From the Mayor
Mayor Backus reported on the 2017 Clean Sweep held on April
22nd at which approximately 800 people were registered to work on
projects including clean up at Cedar Park and a new playground at
Roegner Park. Mayor Backus also reported on Seniors Helping
Seniors clean-up held at River Mobile Estates where students from
Auburn Adventist Academy along with seniors from River Mobile
Estates assisted other senior residents of the mobile home park
with yard care and maintenance and repairs. Mayor Backus also
reported on attendance at the Cities and Schools Forum, the
Empty Bowls fundraiser for Auburn Food Bank, the Lions Club
Fishing Derby, and the YMCA Healthy Kids Day event.
XII. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting
adjourned at 9:30 p.m.
APPROVED THE ISti— DAY OF MAY, 2017.
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S, Mayor Danielle Daskam, City Clerk
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