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June 3, 2019 - 7:00 PM
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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: Larry Brown, Claude DaCorsi, John Holman and
Yolanda Trout-Manuel. Councilmember DaCorsi participated via telephone.
Deputy Mayor Bill Peloza and Councilmember Bob Baggett were
excused.
Mayor Nancy Backus and the following department directors and staff
members were present: City Attorney Steve Gross, Director of Public
Works Ingrid Gaub, Director of Community Development Jeff Tate,
Director of Finance Shelley Coleman, Director of Innovation and
Technology David Travis, Police Chief Bill Pierson,Assistant Police Chief
Mark Caillier, Police Commander Dan O'Neil, Officer Devin Nelson,
Sergeant Brandon Skeen, Officer Brian Anderson Detective David
Lind and City Clerk Shawn Campbell.
II. ANNOUNCEMENTS, PROCLAMATIONS,AND PRESENTATIONS
A. Green River College
Mayor Backus thanked the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Chapter at
Green River College for their hard work and dedication with cleaning
up graffiti in the City of Auburn.
President of Green River College Dr. Suzanne Johnson and Phi Theta
Kappa Advisor and Development Specialist for the Green River College
Foundation Megan Evans, thanked the Mayor and Council for
acknowledging the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society. Dr. Johnson
discussed how the students go out each month to clean and cover up
graffiti using supplies provided by the City Code Enforcement division, as
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well as supplies that they have raised funds for on their own time.
The students and officers being recognized included: Vice President of
Service Kayla Lawrence, 2020 Secretary Justin Hardy, 2020 Vice
President of Service Eva O'Neil, 2020 President Radi Akbar and Chapter
Members: Vicki Freelund, Jennifer Gile, Samantha Railsback and Minh
Anh Huynh.
B. Police Presentation (Pierson)
Chief Pierson presented Officer Devin Nelson with the Lifesaving Award
for his efforts and work that saved a mans life after a motorcycle accident.
Chief Pierson presented Sergeant Brandon Skeen, Officer Brian
Anderson and Detective David Lind the Medal of Merit for their work and
dedication to keeping the residents safe during and after a hostage
situation.
III. AGENDA MODIFICATIONS
Mayor Backus added a Presentation for the Green River College students.
IV. CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS AND CORRESPONDENCE
A. Public Hearings
1. Public Hearing for Right-of-Way Vacation V3-18
Mayor Backus opened the public hearing at 7:18 p.m.
Michael Chin with Makenzie Group
Mr. Chin stated he supports the decision of staff and hopes Council
will approve the vacation.
There being no one else to speak Mayor Backus closed the public
hearing at 7:19 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.
Mary Miller, 1802 I Street NE,Auburn
Ms. Miller stated people have started setting off fireworks. She reminded
people to watch out for the neighborhood pets and to make sure their pets
are also licensed.
Bob Zimmerman, 33029 46th Place S,Auburn
Mr. Zimmerman stated the City has recently installed new public art
and questioned the safety of that art. Mr. Zimmerman also questioned when
the City enforces codes and regulations.
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Crystal Fisher, 2805 V Court SE,Auburn
Ms. Fisher stated she received a code violation regarding a basketball
hoop in front of her home. She noted many other people in her
neighborhood have the same type of basketball hoop. She questioned why
her home was singled out.
C. Correspondence
There was no correspondence for Council to review.
V. 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.
1. Finance Ad Hoc Committee (Chair Wales)
Councilmember Wales, chair of the Finance ad hoc committee,
report she and Councilmember DaCorsi have reviewed the claims
and payroll vouchers described on the Consent Agenda this evening
and recommended their approval.
VI. 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 May 20, 2019 City Council Meeting
B. Minutes of the May 28, 2019 Study Session
C. Claims Vouchers (Coleman)
Claims voucher list dated June 3, 2019 which includes voucher numbers 453830
through 453831 and voucher 453833 through 453988 in the amount of$2,376,289.13
and four wire transfers in the amount of$778,234.36.
Claims voucher list dated June 3, 2019 which includes voucher number 453832 in the
amount of$203,572.32.
D. Payroll Vouchers (Coleman)
Payroll check numbers 538461 through 538476 in the amount of $582,868.89,
electronic deposit transmissions in the amount of $2,023,724.74 for a grand total of
$2,606,593.63 for the period covering May 16, 2019 to May 29, 2019.
E. Set Public Hearing for the Transportation Improvement
Program (TIP) (Gaub)
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City Council to set a public hearing for the 2020-2025 Six-Year Transportation
Improvement Program (TIP)to be held on June 17th, 2019 during the City Council
Meeting.
F. Public Works Project No. CP1804 (Gaub)
City Council to approve Change Order No. 1 in the amount not to exceed $15,000.00
to Contract No. 19-06 for work on Project No. CP1804, Auburn Way North Sidewalk
Improvement Project
G. Public Works Project No. CP1819 (Gaub)
City Council to award Contract No. 19-02, to Pivetta Brothers Construction, Inc. on
their low bid of$2,246,320.55 plus Washington State sales tax of$43,374.44 for a
total contract price of $2,289,694.99 for Project No. CP1819,A Street SE
Preservation
Councilmember Wales moved and Councilmember Holman seconded to
approve the consent agenda.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0
VII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no unfinished business.
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
There was no new business.
IX. ORDINANCES
A. Ordinance No. 6715 (Gaub)
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, granting to
Fatbeam, LLC, a Washington Limited Liability Company, a franchise for
telecommunications and related services
Councilmember Holman moved and Councilmember Brown seconded to
approve Ordinance No. 6715.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0
B. Ordinance No. 6717 (Gaub)
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn Washington, vacating right-of-
way of a portion of B Street SE, South of 2nd Street SE, within the City of Auburn,
Washington
Councilmember Brown moved and Councilmember Trout-Manuel
seconded to approve Ordinance No. 6717.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0
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X. RESOLUTIONS
A. Resolution No. 5425 (Hinman)
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, declaring
a certain parcel of real property as surplus and authorizing the Mayor to execute a
Purchase Agreement conveying the property
Councilmember Wales moved and Councilmember Trout-Manuel
seconded to approve Resolution No. 5425.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0
B. Resolution No 5427 (Martinson)
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing the
Mayor to execute and administer an agreement between the City of Auburn and Racial
Equity Consulting Group for racial equity training and policy development
Councilmember Trout-Manuel moved and Councilmember Brown
seconded to approve Resolution No. 5427.
Councilmember Wales stated there will be a new group of
Councilmembers in the next election. She recommended waiting until the
new Council has been elected to bring this agreement forward. She
indicated the forty hours for training seems excessive, the scope of the
agreement is too narrow, that the budget needed for this could be used on
other items and stated that the City Attorney,Assistant City Attorney or the
HR Director should be able to offer this type of training.
Councilmember Holman read an article from the Auburn Examiner and
then stated that the cost of this contract is more important than the small
amount of roads that the funds could fix. He believes this contract is a step
in the right direction.
Councilmember Brown stated it is time for the Council to take action on this
Resolution. He stated racism is not new and that Council needs to act in
order to build the type of community the Council and residents of Auburn
want.
Councilmember Trout-Manuel stated this is a very important topic and
needs to be addressed.
Councilmember DaCorsi thanked Director Martinson for her presentation at
the last Council Study Session. He does not believe this agreement goes
far enough. He also has a concern regarding the funds required for the
agreement and believes this should wait for the full Council to be present
before taking any action.
Councilmember Holman moved and Councilmember Brown seconded to
postpone Resolution No. 5427 to the July 15, 2019 Council Meeting.
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MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0
Mayor Backus stated the title of the agreement is Racial Equity and Implicit
Bias. This agreement covers all of the items and concerns that the
Councilmembers brought forward. She hopes that when this is brought
forward next time the council will move it forward.
C. Resolution No. 5430 (Coleman)
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, supporting
submitting a countywide ballot proposition to the voters for funding the Medic
One/Emergency Medical Services (EMS) levy for the period from January 1, 2020,
through December 31, 2025, pursuant to RCW 84.52.069
Councilmember Holman moved and Councilmember Trout-Manuel
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 5430.
Mayor Backus noted this resolution simply supports the submittal of the
item on the ballot.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 5-0
XI. 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 Trout-Manuel reported she attended the Regional Law
and Justice Committee meeting, met with Laura Westingaurd from Work
Source for mock interviews, the dedication of the Crow at Les Gove Park
and the opening day of Auburn Farmers Market.
Councilmember DaCorsi thanked the Council for allowing him to attend via
phone.
B. From the Mayor
Mayor Backus reported she spoke at the Evan School, attended
the electric vehicle ribbon cutting, a memorial for Marie Petersen, the
swearing in of two police officers, celebration of the Marshallese 40th
Constitution Day celebration, Memorial Day remembrances, the Crow with
Fries Landing, an Eagle Scout Ceremony and opening day of the Auburn
International Farmers Market.
XII. EXECUTIVE SESSION
1. Executive Session
Mayor Backus recessed into executive session at 8:18 p.m. for 20
minutes pursuant to RCW 42.30.110 (1)(2)for potential litigation. City
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Attorney Gross and Chief Pierson attended the executive session.
Mayor Backus reconvened at 8:35 p.m.
XIII.ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting
was adjourned at 8:35 p.m.
APPROVED this 17th day of June, 2019.
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