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October 7, 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: Deputy Mayor Bill Peloza, Bob Baggett, Larry
Brown, Claude DaCorsi, John Holman, Yolanda Trout-Manuel and Largo
Wales.
Department directors and staff members present included: City Attorney
Steve Gross, Director of Finance Jamie Thomas, Director of Human
Resources & Risk Management Candis Martinson, Director of Public
Works Ingrid Gaub, Director of Community Development Jeff Tate,
Director of Parks,Arts, and Recreation Daryl Faber, Director of Innovation
& Technology David Travis, Development Services Manager Jason Krum,
Real Property Analyst Josh Arndt, Police Commander Steve Stocker and
City Clerk Shawn Campbell.
II. ANNOUNCEMENTS, PROCLAMATIONS, AND PRESENTATIONS
A. Association of Washington Cities Presentation
Presented by Peter King, Association of Washington Cities, CEO
Association of Washington Cities, CEO Peter King recognized
Councilmember Claude DaCorsi for serving on the Washington Cities
Board of Directors for the past two years.
B. National Anti-Bullying Month
Mayor Backus to proclaim October 2019 as "National Anti-Bullying Month" in the city of
Auburn.
Mayor Backus read and presented the proclamation to Autumn Smith.
C. Auburn Moutainview DECA's Stress Less Week
Mayor Backus to proclaim October 7-11, 2019 as "Stress Less Week" in the city of
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Auburn.
Mayor Backus read and proclaimed October 7-11, 2019 as "Stress Less
Week" in the City of Auburn to Jordyn Starkovich, Danelle Wilhelm and
Rachel Pierce.
Ms. Starkovich, Ms. Wilhelm and Ms. Pierce shared their project and the
activities they are working on at Mountainview High School to reduce
student stress.
D. Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Mayor Backus to proclaim October 2019 as "Domestic Violence Awareness Month" in
the city of Auburn.
Mayor Backus read and proclaimed October 2019 as Domestic Violence
Awareness and Prevention Month in the City of Auburn to Nancy Colson
and Beth Gatzke with Soroptimist International and Angela Dannenbring
with Domestic Abuse Women's Network(DAWN).
Ms. Colson and Ms. Gatzke read the mission statement for Soroptimist
and shared how the organization provides services to people in need.
Ms. Dannenbring with DAWN provided statistics on how DAWN is helping
residents in our area.
Auburn Kiwanis Club President Elect Michael Hursh and Vice-President
Mike Lane shared the mission of the Kiwanis club and they are starting a
new activity called the "Purple Sock Walk/Run" on October 26, 2019.
III. APPOINTMENTS
A. Airport Advisory Board Appointment
City Council to confirm the appointment of Andrea Prasse to the Auburn Municipal
Airport Advisory Board fora three-year term to expire December 31, 2021.
Deputy Mayor Peloza moved and Councilmember Holman seconded to
appoint Andrea Prasse to the Auburn Municipal Airport Advisor Board for a
three-year term to expire December 31, 2021.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0
IV. AGENDA MODIFICATIONS
An update to the Agenda Bill for Resolution 5457 was provided to Council.
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V. CITIZEN INPUT, PUBLIC HEARINGS AND CORRESPONDENCE
A. Public Hearings
1. Public Hearing for Right-of-Way Vacation V2-19
City Council to hold a Public Hearing in consideration of Right-of-Way Vacation
V2-19
Mayor Backus opened the public hearing at 7:37 p.m.
Jeff Gross, Auburn School District
Mr. Gross advised Council the Auburn School District concurs with
the vacation of the Right-of-Way. He stated this vacation would
improve safety for the students.
Virginia Haugen, 2503 R ST SE
Ms. Haugen stated she does not know anything about this project and
may submit a records request for additional information.
Director Gaub explained the purpose of the vacation.
There being no one else to speak the Mayor closed the public hearing
at 7:40 p.m.
2. Public Hearing for the 2020-2024 Community
Development Block Grant Consolidated Plan
City Council to hold a Public Hearing for the proposed Consolidated Plan 2020-
2024 Update (Consolidated Plan) and Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing
Choice
Mayor Backus opened the public hearing at 7:41 p.m. No one came
forward to speak. The Mayor closed the public hearing.
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.
Val Erickson, 535 M Street NE, Auburn
Ms. Erickson thanked staff for their help and expressed concerns with an
Enhanced Services Facility being placed in a residential neighborhood.
Denise Nave, 19 0 Street NE,Auburn
Ms. Nave expressed her concerns with an Enhanced Services Facility in
her neighborhood.
Bob Zimmerman, 33029 46th Place, Auburn
Mr. Zimmerman expressed disappointment that the City did not recognize
Emergency Preparedness Month. He shared some predictions about
future earthquakes.
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Virginia Haugen, 2503 R Street SE,Auburn
Ms. Haugen expressed her concern with the removal of vegetation at storm
retention ponds.
Joanne Alexander, 2015 Hemlock Street,Auburn
Ms.Alexander expressed her concerns with an Enhanced Services Facility
in Auburn.
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.
1. Finance Ad Hoc Committee (Chair Wales)
Councilmember Wales, Chair of the Finance ad hoc committee,
reported she and Councilmember DaCorsi have reviewed the claims
and payroll vouchers described on the Consent Agenda this evening
and recommended their approval.
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 August 12, 2019, September 9, 2019,
September 23, 2019, September 30, 2019 Study Session
B. Minutes of the September 16, 2019 Regular Council Meeting
C. Claim Vouchers (Thomas)
Claim vouchers list dated October 7, 2019 which includes voucher numbers 455659
through 455900 in the amount of$1,979,689.35 and nine wire transfer in the amount of
$847,858.48.
D. Payroll Vouchers (Thomas)
Payroll check numbers 538621 through 538639 in the amount of $616,964.89,
electronic deposit transmissions in the amount of $2,028,324.26 for a grand total of
$2,645,289.15 for the period covering September 12, 2019 to October 2, 2019, are
approved for payment this 7th day of October, 2019.
E. Public Works Project No. CP1516 (Gaub)
City Council to Award Base Bid (Schedule A) plus Alternate Bid 2 (Schedule C)for
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Contract No. 19-15, to Pivetta Brothers Construction on their low bid of$2,545,956.41
plus Washington State Sales Tax of$254,595.65 for a total contract price of
$2,800,552.06 for Project No. CP1516, Airport Runway 16-34 Extension
F. Setting the date of Public Hearing for Ordinance No. 6736
Hudson DCT Sewer Payback Agreement#PBK18-0002
(Gaub)
City Council to set the date of the Public Hearing for Ordinance No. 6736 for the
Hudson DCT Sewer Payback Agreement No. PBK18-0002 for November 4, 2019 at
7 PM
G. Setting the date of Public Hearing for Ordinance No. 6737 for
Water Payback Agreement#PBK19-0003 (Gaub)
City Council set the date of the Public Hearing for Ordinance No. 6738 for Water
Payback Agreement No. PBK18-0003 for Hudson DCTon November 4, 2019 at
7:00PM
H. Setting the date of Public Hearing for Ordinance No. 6738 for
Street Payback Agreement#P B K 18-0004 (Gaub)
City Council to set the date of the Public Hearing for Ordinance No. 6738 for Street
Payback Agreement No. PBK18-0004 for Hudson Distribution Center on November 4,
2019at7PM
I. Setting the date of Public Hearing for the Modification of the
2020-2025 Transportation Improvement Plan (Gaub)
City Council to set the public hearing for October 21, 2019 to Modify the Adopted
2020-2025 Transportation Improvement Plan
Deputy Mayor Peloza moved and Councilmember Holman seconded to
approve the consent agenda.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0
VIII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no unfinished business.
IX. NEW BUSINESS
There was no new business.
X. ORDINANCES
A. Ordinance No. 6729 (Gaub)
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, Vacating Right-of-
Way of 130th Avenue SE, between SE 304th Street and SE 302nd Place, within the
City of Auburn, Washington
Councilmember Wales moved and Councilmember Brown seconded to
adopt Ordinance No. 6729.
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MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0
B. Ordinance No. 6734 (Thomas)
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington related to the
South Correctional Entity; authorizing the execution of an amended and restated
Interlocal Agreement relating to the; approving the City's Capital Contribution related to
refunding bonds to be issued to refinance the South Correctional Entity Facility; and
approving other matters related thereto
Councilmember Holman moved and Councilmember Trout-Manuel
seconded to adopt Ordinance No. 6734.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0
Xl. RESOLUTIONS
A. Resolution No. 5455 (Gaub)
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing the
Mayor to enter into an Easement Agreement with Motorola Solutions, Inc.
Councilmember DaCorsi moved and Councilmember Baggett seconded
to adopt Resolution No. 5455.
MOTION CARRIED. 6-1
Councilmember Wales voted no.
B. Resolution No. 5456 (Tate)
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, supporting Puget
Sound Regional Council's Vision 2050 Draft Plan and related to regional planning
Councilmember Holman moved and Councilmember Trout-Manuel
seconded to adopt Resolution No. 5456.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0
C. Resolution No. 5457 (Hinman)
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, authorizing the
Mayor to execute amendments to seven separate land leases related to hangers
located on the Auburn Municipal Airport
Councilmember Baggett moved and Councilmember Brown seconded to
adopt Resolution No. 5457
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 7-0
D. Resolution No. 5460 (Hinman)
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Auburn, Washington, opposing Initiative
Measure No. 976, an initiative seeking to repeal authority to impose certain vehicle
taxes, change vehicle valuation laws, and limit motor vehicle license fees to $30.00
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Councilmember Brown moved and Deputy Mayor Peloza seconded to
adopt Resolution No. 5460.
Mayor Backus offered the audience an opportunity to speak to Resolution
No. 5460. No one came forward to speak.
Councilmember Brown shared estimated losses to the State of
Washington if 1-976 passes
Councilmember Wales expressed concerns with the use of the current
funds and does not believe additional fees should be added to the license
tabs
Deputy Mayor Peloza stated people do not like taxes but taxes are
necessary for infrastructure in the City.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 6-1
Councilmember Wales voted no.
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
Deputy Mayor Peloza reported he attended the King County Metropolitan
Solid Waste Management meeting.
Councilmember Trout-Manuel reported she attended the Sustainability
Summit for South Sound Women for Business 2019.
Councilmember DaCorsi reported that he and Senior Planner Anthony
Avery attended the Affordable Housing Committee Meeting and the
Affordable Housing Advisory Board Meeting.
Councilmember Baggett reported that he attended the Pierce County
Tacoma Board of Health Meeting.
B. From the Mayor
Mayor Backus recognized Deputy Mayor Peloza and Councilmember
Trout-Manuel who were finalists in the Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce
Spot Light award. She also reported she attended the National Alliance on
Mental Illness conference where she presented on the READY Program.
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XIII.ADJOURNMENT
There being no further discussion, the meeting was adjourned at 8:37 p.m.
APPROVED this 21st day of October, 2019.
NY BA S, MAYOR Shawn Campbell, City Clerk
Agendas and minutes are 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.
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