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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-18-2018 Minutes City Council Meeting * June 18, 2018 - 7:00 PM CI04_ ALTY OF - —''� �,,, * City Hall Council Chambers MINUTES j -13 = Watch the meeting LIVE! WASHINGTON Watch the meeting video Meeting videos are not available until 72 hours after the meeting has concluded. I. CALL TO ORDER A. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Nancy Backus called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of Auburn City Hall, 25 West Main Street in Auburn and led those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance. B. Roll Call Councilmembers present: Acting Deputy Mayor Bill Peloza, Larry Brown, Claude DaCorsi, John Holman, Yolanda Trout-Manuel, and Largo Wales. Councilmember Bob Baggett was excused. Mayor Nancy Backus and the following department directors and staff members were present: City Attorney Daniel B. Heid, Innovation and Technology Director Paul Haugan, Police Chief Bob Lee, Assistant Police Chief Bill Pierson, Finance Director Shelley Coleman,Assistant Director of Engineering Services/City Engineer Ingrid Gaub, Assistant Director of Community Development Services Jeff Tate, Director of Administration Dana Hinman, Compensation and Employee Relations Manager Aaron Barber, Parks, Arts and Recreation Director Daryl Faber and Deputy City Clerk Shawn Campbell. II. ANNOUNCEMENTS, PROCLAMATIONS,AND PRESENTATIONS A. Chief Lee Retirement Proclamation& Presentation Mayor Backus to proclaim June 22, 2018 as "Chief Bob Lee Retirement Day" in the city of Auburn. Mayor Backus read and presented the proclamation declaring June 22, 2018 as "Chief Bob Lee Retirement Day" in the City of Auburn to Police Chief Bob Lee. Chief Lee thanked the Mayor and Council for their support over his entire career. Chief Lee stated he is honored to work with such great directors and staff. A video honoring Chief Lee and commemorating his career at the City was Page 1 of 7 played for the audience. B. City Attorney Dan Heid Proclamation& Presentation Mayor Backus to proclaim June 30, 2018 as "Dan Heid Retirement Day" in the city of Auburn. Mayor Backus read and presented the proclamation declaring June 30, 2018 as "Dan Heid Retirement Day" in the City of Auburn to City Attorney Dan Heid. City Attorney Heid stated he has been the City Attorney for many cities in Washington but he chose to stay at the City of Auburn the longest because Auburn has been the best City to work for. He commended the past and present Mayors and Councilmembers. City Attorney Heid said the City is fortunate to have excellent department directors and staff. Mayor Backus played a video highlighting City Attorney Heid's sense of humor. III. APPOINTMENTS Mayor Backus announced the Assistant Police Chief Bill Pierson will be the new Chief of Police effective June 23, 2018 Assistant Chief Pierson thanked Chief Lee and the Mayor and Council for the honor. IV. AGENDA MODIFICATIONS There were no modifications to the agenda. V. CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS AND CORRESPONDENCE A. Public Hearings 1. Public Hearing on the 2019-2024 Transportation Improvement Plan City Council conduct a public hearing to receive public comments and suggestions with regard to the proposed modifications to the 2019-2024 Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP). Councilmember Peloza shared his concerns about the Transportation Improvement Program. He requested the departmental policies regarding how roads are chosen for preservation and replacement be reviewed. Councilmember Wales stated she would like the policies reviewed also and believes the Roads Ad Hoc Committee is currently working toward this goal. Page 2 of 7 Councilmember DaCorsi stated the Roads Ad Hoc Committee is reviewing the Transportation Improvement.Program project by project. When the Committee has completed their review, they will be considering adding or taking away projects based on available funds. The Committees' review will not be done in the near future. Councilmember Peloza requested the ad hoc committee add the policies to their scope. Mayor Backus opened the public hearing at 7:58 p.m. Freda Bingham, 625 9th Street SE,Auburn Ms. Bingham lives in the area of the Senior Center she requested a four way stop be added at 9th Street SE and H Street SE. With no further people requesting to speak, Mayor Backus closed the public hearing 8:02 p.m. 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. Evan Sipple, 10833 295th Street,Auburn Mr. Sipple has lived in Auburn for seven years. He expressed his concern about the rapid growth on Lea Hill and requested the City look at the zoning for apartments to encourage proper growth management in the area. Bob Zimmerman, 33029 46th 295th Street,Auburn Mr. Zimmerman expressed his concern regarding a propane tank near his home. Liz Miller, 5121 Nathan Loop SE,Auburn Ms. Miller thanked Chief Lee and City Attomey Heid for their wonderful service to the City. C. Correspondence There was no correspondence for Council to 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 recommendation to the City Council, if any. Councilmember Brown, chair of the Finance ad hoc committee, reported he and Councilmember Holman reviewed claims vouchers in the amount of $5.6 million and payroll vouchers dated May 31, 2018 to June 13, 2018, in the approximate amount of$2.25 million. Councilmember Brown reported Page 3 of 7 all items were in order, and the ad hoc committee recommends approval. Councilmember DaCorsi, chair of the Roads Projects ad hoc committee, reported the ad hoc committee has not met since the last Council meeting, but is scheduled to meet July 3rd. 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 29, 2018, March 30, 2018, May 14, 2018 and June 5, 2018 Special City Council Meetings B. Minutes of the May 29, 2018 City Council Study Session C. Minutes of the June 4, 2018 City Council Meeting D. Claims Vouchers (Coleman) Claim voucher numbers 449077 through 449293 in the amount of$5,111,076.17 and two wire transfers in the amount of$549,489.97 and dated June 18th, 2018. E. Payroll Vouchers (Coleman) Payroll check numbers 537946 through 537968 in the amount of$231,388.85, electronic deposit transmissions in the amount of$2,020,913.69 for a grand total of $2,252,302.54 for the period covering May 31, 2018 to June 13, 2018. F. Public Works Project No. CP1717 City Council to award Contract No. 18-02,to Tucci & Sons, Inc. on their low bid of $2,192,069.20 plus Washington State sales tax of$61,307.08 for a total contract price of$2,253,376.28 for Project No. CP1717, 2018 Local Street Pavement Reconstruction Project Councilmember Peloza moved and Councilmember Trout-Manuel seconded to approve the Consent Agenda. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0 VIII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS There was no unfinished business. IX. NEW BUSINESS There was no new business. X. ORDINANCES A. Ordinance No. 6659 (Heid) An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, amending Section Page 4 of 7 1.24.010 of the Auburn City Code and creating a new Chapter 9.24 of the Auburn City Code relating to new gross misdemeanor violations concerning drug-related activities Councilmember Brown moved and Councilmember Trout-Manuel seconded to adopt Ordinance No. 6659. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0 B. Ordinance No. 6682 (Coleman) An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, creating a new Chapter 3.06 repurposing of special capital funds-establishing a multi-year capital budgeting process, accommodating repurposing of certain monies within the same special funds and establishing guidelines for transferring monies between projects within the same capital funds Councilmember Holman moved and Councilmember DaCorsi seconded to adopt Ordinance No. 6682. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0 C. Ordinance No. 6684 (Coleman) An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, amending Ordinance No. 6621, the 2017-2018 Biennial Budget Ordinance, as amended by Ordinance No. 6646, Ordinance No. 6656, Ordinance No. 6665, Ordinance No. 6666, and Ordinance No. 6680, authorizing amendment to the City of Auburn 2017-2018 Budget as set forth in Schedule "A" and Schedule "B" Councilmember Holman moved and Councilmember Brown seconded to adopt Ordinance no. 6684. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0 Xl. RESOLUTIONS A. Resolution No. 5355 (Gaub) A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, approving the 2019-2024 Transportation Improvement Program of the City of Auburn pursuant to R.C.W. Chapter 35.77 of the laws of the State of Washington Councilmember DaCorsi moved and Councilmember Holman seconded to approve Resolution No. 5355. MOTION CARRIED 5-1; Councilmember Wales voted no. B. Resolution No. 5356 (Gaub) A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Sensus USA, Inc.for software as a service relating to remote water meter reading Councilmember DaCorsi moved and Councilmember Holman seconded to approve Resolution No. 5356. Page 5 of 7 MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-0 XII. MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS 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 Peloza reported he attended the Metropolitan Solid Waste Management Advisory Committee and a celebration for Don Stevenson, aka the Pacing Parson. Councilmember Trout-Manuel reported she participated in a phone conference with the National League of Cities Public Safety Committee and attended the Blue Ribbon Committee graduation. Councilmember Wales stated she is concerned with her garbage bill from Republic Waste, the bill has been increased due to new recycle rates. Councilmember Holman noted June 3rd was the City of Auburn's birthday. Councilmember Holman stated he had the honor of awarding the Juan Huseby School District Scholarships. Councilmember DaCorsi reported he attended the South County City Officials meeting on affordable housing. B. From the Mayor Mayor Backus reported she attended the meeting with the South End Mayors and City Administrators on Affordable Housing and the Vietnam War Memorial ribbon cutting. Mayor Backus reported that Tuesday, June 19th is the Community Picnic at Brennan Park and the Mayor's Taskforce on Homelessness is reconvening on Thursday, June 21st. XIII. EXECUTIVE SESSION 1. Executive Session At 8:12 p.m. and immediately following the Ad Hoc Committee Reports, Mayor Backus recessed the meeting to executive session pursuant to RCW42.30.110(1)(i) for approximately five minutes to discuss potential litigation. Mayor Backus reconvened the meeting at 8:18 p.m. XIV. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Council,the meeting adjourned at 8:42 p.m. APPROVED THE 16th DAY OF July, 2018. Page 6 of 7 ANCY S, MAYOR Shawn Campbell,Deputy City Clerk Agendas and minute re available to the public at the City Clerk's Office, on the City website (http://www.aubumwa.gov), and via e-mail. Complete agenda packets are available for review at the City Clerk's Office. Page 7 of 7