Auburn public meetings in 2022

City Council

The City Council accepted the resignation of Councilmember Chris Stearns and approved several ordinances regarding city code, planning maps, and school impact fees. The council also authorized a collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Union Local No. 117 and approved various committee appointments.

• Accepted resignation of Councilmember Chris Stearns (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 5694 authorizing Collective Bargaining Agreement with Teamsters Union Local No. 117 (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 6894 adopting 2022 Annual Comprehensive Plan Map and Text Amendments and Capital Facilities Plans (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 6897 amending Auburn City Code relating to School Impact Fees (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 6891 repealing city office and employee lunch hours code (7-0)
• Approved $5,514,709.85 in claims vouchers and $2,635,716.60 in payroll vouchers (7-0)
• Reappointed Carmen Goers and Kelly Lindberg to Human Services Committee (7-0)
• Reappointed Jonathan Mulenga and Janine Park to Junior City Council (7-0)

Junior City Council

The Junior City Council is meeting to discuss youth programs and member reappointments. The body is determining which four members and one chaperone will attend the 2023 NLC Congressional City Conference in March.

• Selection of 4 Junior Council Members and chaperone Kiesha Taylor for the 2023 NLC Congressional City Conference
• Discussion of Public Health Teen Clinic and Holiday Outreach
• Junior City Council reappointments
• Report from Waylon to the City Council on December 19th
• Approval of November 10th, 2022 minutes

Transportation Advisory Board

The board will consider a recommendation to the City Council regarding updates to the Transportation Advisory Board code. Members will also receive presentations on transit system planning and the incorporation of equity into transportation planning.

• Proposed update to ACC Chapter 2.94 Transportation Advisory Board
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair for 2023
• Metro presentation on transit system updates and planning
• Staff presentation on Equity in Transportation Planning
• Discussion of 2024 workplan topics

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to appoint a commission member and approve eligibility lists for entry-level and lateral police officers.

• Civil Service Commission Member Appointment
• Approval of the Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List
• Approval of the Lateral Police Officer Eligibility List
• Approval of November 8, 2022, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold a study session to discuss updates to the 2022 Annual Comprehensive Plan Map and Text, including related rezones. The body will also consider changes to school impact fees and accept the resignation of Councilmember Chris Stearns.

• Ordinance No. 6894: 2022 Annual Comprehensive Plan Map and Text Amendments and corresponding rezones
• Ordinance No. 6897: Amendments to Auburn City Code relating to School Impact Fees
• Resolution No. 5695: Acceptance of the resignation of Councilmember Chris Stearns
• 3rd Quarter 2022 Financial Report Update
• Presentation on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion work within the Economic Development Division

The City Council reached a consensus to include the Broken Window Repair Assistance Program as a budget line item for first-quarter 2023 amendments. Council also discussed financial reports, comprehensive plan amendments, and school impact fees. No formal votes on ordinances were recorded during this study session.

• Agreed to add Broken Window Repair Assistance Program to the budget
• Appointed Councilmembers Baggett and Trout-Manuel to an Ad-Hoc Committee for the vacant council position

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the November 8, 2022 meeting. The commission received a project update on the Auburn Downtown Plan and a community development report regarding the Clarion Hotel and the Lea Hill/Bridges Annexation.

• Approved November 8, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

LEOFF

The Law Enforcement Officers and Firefighters Disability Board is meeting to review several member requests for medical expense reimbursements. The board will also consider a tabled claim from November and discuss an update regarding the Fire Board position election.

• Medical reimbursement request for LEOFF1 Member #391015 in the amount of 5,285.00
• Dental expense requests for LEOFF1 Members #406822 ($100.00), #642873 ($165.00), #310533 ($180.00), and #779147 ($317.70)
• Vision expense requests for LEOFF1 Members #635612 ($79.95) and #779147 ($75.00)
• Medical equipment expense request for LEOFF1 Member #444135 in the amount of $180.89
• Fire Board position election update

City Council

The City Council is considering modifications to the 2023-2028 Transportation Improvement Program to account for grant funds and project changes. The body is also voting on several ordinances, including a new requirement to use compost in city projects to comply with state law.

• Public hearing for the Modified 2023-2028 Transportation Improvement Program
• Ordinance No. 6892: New requirements for compost use in city projects
• Claims voucher of $2,167,466.92 and three wire transfers of $727,236.67
• Payroll vouchers totaling $3,085,320.33
• Contract increase of $50,000 for Project No. CP1612 Arts and Culture Center

The City Council approved a modified transportation improvement plan and a collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Union Local No. 117. The council also authorized several budget amendments and the sale of surplus city-owned land.

• Approved modified 2023-2028 Transportation Improvement Program (7-0)
• Approved Collective Bargaining Agreement with Teamsters Union Local No. 117 for 2023-2025 (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 6896 amending the 2021-2022 Biennial Operating and Capital Budgets (7-0)
• Approved sale of surplus portion of King County Parcel 3339900035 to Madrone Pacific, LLC (7-0)
• Approved $50,000 contract increase for Arts and Culture Center Project No. CP1612 (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 6892 regarding compost use in City projects (7-0)
• Approved reappointments to Airport Advisory Board, Arts Commission, and Business Improvement Area Committee (7-0)
• Approved agreement with Auburn Symphony Orchestra for Tourism Promotion Services (7-0)

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board will discuss the 2023/24 draft operations budget and the 2023-28 capital plan update. The board is also scheduled to take action on the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Approval of September 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• 2023 Meeting Schedule action item
• 2022 3rd quarter performance review
• Draft FAA CIP update
• Annual work plan update for 2023

The board approved the 2023 meeting schedule and changed the meeting start time to 8:00 a.m. Members also reviewed the 2023 budget, capital project statuses, and board composition.

• Approved September 14, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved 2023 meeting schedule and 8:00 a.m. start time (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a study session to discuss several proposed ordinances, including budget amendments and changes to employee benefits. The meeting also includes reports on the Auburn Symphony Orchestra and a recap of 2022 city-wide events.

• Ordinance No. 6896: Budget Amendment No. 7 to the 2021-2022 Biennial Operating and Capital Budgets
• Ordinance No. 6889: Changes to salary and employment benefits for the City Mayor
• Ordinance No. 6890: Updates to employee vacation, leave, and insurance coverage
• Ordinance No. 6892: New code chapter regarding the use of compost in City projects
• Ordinance No. 6893: Deadline extension for vacating Right-of-Way on West Main Street east of Lund Road SW

The City Council appointed leadership for four Special Focus Areas for 2023. The session also included reports on the Auburn Symphony Orchestra and a 2022 city event recap. Several ordinances regarding budget, city code, and transportation were discussed but no votes were recorded.

• Appointed Councilmember Trout-Manuel as Chair and Councilmember Mulenga as Vice-Chair for Community Wellness
• Appointed Councilmember Baldwin as Chair and Councilmember Baggett as Vice-Chair for Finance, Technology and Economic Development
• Appointed Councilmember Brown as Chair for Public Works and Community Development
• Appointed Deputy Mayor Jeyaraj as Chair for Municipal Services

Human Services Committee

The Human Services Committee met to discuss funding recommendations for 2023-2024. The body voted on a budget structure and specific grant allocations for community programs.

• Voted to recommend a 2023-2024 funding structure totaling $1,195,000.00
• Proposed $92,112 in CDBG funding for Solid Ground- Housing Stability Program for 2023 and 2024
• Approved contingency funding to move Salvation Army's award to Auburn Food Bank- Financial Support program if contract terms are not met
• Held public hearing regarding the 2023 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan

City Council

The City Council is meeting to consider the adoption of the 2023-2024 Biennial Operating and Capital Budgets. The body will also discuss property tax levies for 2023 and amendments to city utility rates.

• Ordinance No. 6879: 2023-2024 Biennial Operating Budget ($224,064,233 for 2023; $248,713,031 for 2024)
• Ordinance No. 6880: 2023 regular property tax levy in the amount of $24,110,666
• Ordinance No. 6888: 2023-2024 Biennial Capital Budget
• Public Works Project No. CP2003: $44,000 increase for 2nd Street SE Reconstruction Project
• Resolution No. 5690: Agreement between the City of Auburn and B-Force Protection Security

City Council approved the 2023-2024 Biennial Operating and Capital Budgets and established a 2023 property tax levy of $24,110,666. The Council also approved ordinances to increase utility tax rates and modify utility rates. Additionally, James Jeyaraj was appointed Deputy Mayor for 2023.

• Adopted 2023-2024 Biennial Operating Budget (6-0)
• Adopted 2023-2024 Biennial Capital Budget (6-0)
• Established 2023 regular property tax levy of $24,110,666 (6-0)
• Approved increase to utility tax rates (6-0)
• Approved utility rate amendments and new Braunwood Water Utility customer class (6-0)
• Appointed James Jeyaraj as Deputy Mayor for 2023 (6-0)
• Approved $44,000 increase for 2nd Street SE Reconstruction Project (6-0)
• Appointed David Boyd, Chad Ellison, and Tyson Hiffman to city boards/commissions (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a rate study by FCS Group to determine if current water, sewer, and stormwater rates are adequate. The body is discussing proposed multi-year rate increases and the creation of a separate customer class for the Braunwood water utility.

• Proposed water rate increases of 7.50% annually through 2027 and 5.00% in 2028
• Proposed sewer rate increases of 7.50% annually through 2028
• Proposed stormwater rate increases of 6.75% annually through 2026 and 3.00% in 2027-2028
• Ordinance No. 6883 to establish a separate customer class and tiered rates for the Braunwood water utility
• Winter season emergency management and readiness update

The City Council held a study session to review a utility rate study by FCS Group and receive an update on winter emergency preparedness. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.

Junior City Council

The Junior City Council is meeting to discuss member appointments and coordinate attendance for upcoming community events. The body is also reviewing minutes from previous meetings.

• Appointment of Khysner Ghien Ayo as a Junior City Council Member effective November 7, 2022
• Coordination for Santa Parade on December 3, 2022
• Coordination for Breakfast with Santa on December 10, 2022
• Planning for Mayor's Holiday Open-House
• Approval of October 27, 2022 minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding the 2022 Annual Comprehensive Plan Amendments. The body will also review minutes from the October 18, 2022 meeting and receive a Community Development Report.

• Public hearing: 2022 Annual Comprehensive Plan Amendments
• Approval of October 18, 2022 meeting minutes
• Community Development Report

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will review an ordinance regarding remote control vehicles in parks. The meeting includes a presentation on King County Conservation Futures and an update on the PROS Plan.

• Ordinance regarding Remote Control Vehicles in Parks
• King County Conservation Futures presentation
• PROS Plan update
• Discussion on metal detecting in parks
• Introduction of new board member Matt Jennings

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve several eligibility lists for police personnel. The body will also consider the allocation of exempt police positions under RCW 41.12.050(3).

• Approval of Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List
• Approval of Lateral Police Officer Eligibility List
• Approval of Police Services Specialist Eligibility List
• Approval of Allocated Exempt from Civil Service Police Positions, RCW 41.12.050(3)
• Approval of October 11, 2022, meeting minutes

Urban Tree Board

The Urban Tree Board will meet to review minutes and conduct site visits. Members plan to view a Sugar Maple on 112th as a potential Heritage Tree and 30-50 spruce trees at a GSA property.

• Review of Sugar Maple on 112th for Heritage Tree status
• Review of 30-50 spruce trees at GSA property

City Council

The City Council is conducting public hearings to consider the 2023-2024 Biennial Operating Budget and the 2023 property tax levy. The body is also reviewing several resolutions regarding housing and community development plans.

• Public hearing for Ordinance No. 6879: 2023-2024 Biennial Operating Budget ($224,064,233 for 2023; $248,713,031 for 2024)
• Public hearing for Ordinance No. 6880: 2023 regular property tax levy in the amount of $24,110,666
• Ordinance No. 6887: Telecommunications franchise for Sprint Communications Company, L.P.
• Resolution No. 5687: South King Housing and Homelessness 2023 Work Plan and Operating Budget
• Public Works Contract No. 22-12: $12,200 increase for North Airport Stormwater Improvements Phase 2

The City Council approved a telecommunications franchise for Sprint Communications Company and adopted the 2023 South King Housing and Homelessness Work Plan and Operating Budget. The council also approved a Community Development Block Grant Action Plan and a Junior City Council appointment.

• Appointed Khysner Ghein to Auburn Junior City Council (7-0)
• Approved claims voucher of $3,091,532.78 and five wire transfers of $857,824.46 (7-0)
• Approved payroll vouchers totaling $2,919,723.06 (7-0)
• Approved $12,200.00 increase for North Airport Stormwater Improvements Phase 2 (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 6887 granting a telecommunications franchise to Sprint Communications Company, L.P. (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 5687 approving South King Housing and Homelessness 2023 Work Plan and Operating Budget (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 5688 adopting the 2023 Community Development Block Grant Action Plan (7-0)

Art Commission

The Auburn Arts Commission is meeting to review applications and determine grant awards and amounts for 2023 projects. The commission will also solicit nominations and select a Chair and Vice Chair for 2023.

• Selection of 2023 project support grant awards and amounts
• Selection of 2023 Arts Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of October 2022 minutes

Fire Relief and Pension Board

The board is meeting to approve pension and healthcare benefit payments for the period of July 1, 2022, through September 30, 2022. The board will also discuss the timeline for electing a board member for the 2023-2024 term.

• Approval of $47,811.48 in fire pension benefits (July 1 – Sept 30, 2022)
• Approval of $5,942.55 in healthcare benefits (July 1 – Sept 30, 2022)
• Election timeline for 2023-2024 Board Member position
• Approval of August 9, 2022, meeting minutes

The Board approved the minutes from the August 9, 2022 meeting and authorized the payment of expenses for the Fire Relief and Pension Fund. Secretary Campbell explained the nomination process for the 2023-2024 Board Member position.

• Approved August 9, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved Fire Relief and Pension Fund expenses (3-0)

LEOFF

The Law Enforcement Officers and Firefighters Disability Board is meeting to review several member requests for reimbursement of medical, dental, and vision expenses. The board will also discuss an update regarding the Fire Board position election.

• Dental expense request for Member #948705: $435.00
• Medical expense request for Member #193495: $85.00
• Dental expense request for Member #378501: $1,047.40
• Vision expense request for Member #392099: $37.00
• Dental expense request for Member #937035: $323.95

Junior City Council

The Junior City Council is meeting to discuss recruitment ideas, advisory council planning, and updates from the Deputy Mayor. The body is also coordinating attendance for the Veteran's Day and Santa parades.

• Recruitment ideas and updates
• Advisory Council planning
• Veteran's Day Parade attendance on 11/5/2022
• Santa Parade attendance on 12/3/2022

The Junior City Council approved the minutes from the October 20, 2022 meeting. Members agreed to contact school leadership to encourage students to apply for the Junior City Council or advisory council. Attendance was confirmed for the Veterans Day and Santa parades.

• Approved October 20, 2022 minutes
• Approved amendment to Consent Agenda language
• Agreed to recruit students for Junior City Council and advisory council via school leadership

City Council

The City Council held a study session to discuss the 2023-2024 Biennial Operating and Capital Budgets. The body also reviewed proposed utility rate increases and a pay equity audit presentation.

• Ordinance No. 6880: Proposed 2023 regular property tax levy of $24,110,666
• Ordinance No. 6882: Proposed tax rate increase for water, storm drainage, sewer, and garbage utilities
• Resolution No. 5688: Proposed 2023 CDBG Action Plan including $202,888 for housing repair and $148,577 for ADA sidewalks
• Ordinance No. 6879: 2023-2024 Biennial Operating Budget
• Ordinance No. 6888: 2023-2024 Biennial Capital Budget

The City Council conducted a study session to review several proposed ordinances and reports. No formal votes were recorded; the session focused on presentations and discussions regarding the biennial budget, property taxes, and utility rates.

Junior City Council

The Junior City Council is meeting to select a Chair and Vice Chair. Members will discuss recruitment ideas and determine if the council will attend the Veteran's Day Parade and the Santa Parade.

• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion of recruitment ideas and updates
• Proposed attendance at Veteran's Day Parade on November 5th
• Proposed attendance at Santa Parade on December 3rd

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding a franchise agreement for Sprint Communications Company, L.P. and the 2023 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan. The body will also consider appointments to the Junior City Council and Parks & Recreation Board.

• Public hearing for Sprint Communications Company, L.P. Franchise Agreement No. FRN21-0003
• Public hearing for the 2023 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan
• Claims voucher list totaling $4,504,369.72 and wire transfers of $707,295.53
• Payroll voucher total of $2,541,533.97
• Resolution No. 5683 to authorize a lease agreement with S50 Hangars, LLC at the Auburn Municipal Airport

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to review and approve three police department eligibility lists. The body will also vote on the minutes from the August 9, 2022, meeting.

• Approval of the Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List
• Approval of the Lateral Police Officer Eligibility List
• Approval of the Sergeant Promotional Eligibility List
• Approval of August 9, 2022, meeting minutes

Cemetery Board

The Cemetery Board is meeting to review previous minutes and discuss the 2023/2024 budget. The agenda includes discussions on new personnel and development projects for the Pioneer Cemetery.

• 2023/2024 Budget
• New Maintenance Worker I (David Partridge)
• Pioneer Cemetery 10th Addition Pre-Construction
• Future Plot Development
• Safety reports

Urban Tree Board

The Urban Tree Board will meet to review August minutes and continue discussions regarding Heritage Tree evaluations. Parks Planning Manager Gouk will provide a report on current projects.

• Review and approval of August minutes
• Heritage Tree evaluation and discussion by Chair Landrud
• Department report on current projects from Parks Planning Manager Gouk

LEOFF

The Law Enforcement Officers and Firefighters Disability Board is meeting to review medical and dental reimbursement requests. The board will also discuss the Fire Board position election.

• Dental expense request for Member #709544 in the amount of $358.00
• Dental expense request for Member #856535 in the amount of $146.70
• Medical expense request for Member #193495 in the amount of $85.00
• Discussion regarding Fire Board position election

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a utility rate study for water, sewer, and stormwater services. The session also includes discussions on a telecommunications franchise for Sprint and an overview of human services grant funding for 2023/2024.

• Proposed water rate increases of 7.50% annually from 2023-2027 and 5.00% in 2028
• Proposed sewer rate increases (City portion) of 7.50% annually from 2023-2028
• Proposed stormwater rate increases of 6.75% annually from 2023-2026 and 3.00% in 2027-2028
• Ordinance No. 6887 to grant Sprint Communications Company, L.P. a telecommunications franchise
• Overview of 2023/2024 Human Services Grant Funding application and review process

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review proposed changes to the Comprehensive Plan as part of the 2022 Annual Update process. The body will also receive an update on Community Development Services activities.

• Review of 2022 Annual Comprehensive Plan amendments
• Community Development Report
• Approval of September 7, 2022 meeting minutes

Parks & Recreation Board

The board will review minutes from July and receive department updates on various local projects. Discussions include the status of the New Green River Park and the Arts & Cultural Center.

• 104th Ave SE – New Green River Park update
• Arts & Cultural Center update
• Cedar Lanes Bike Park update
• Legacy Plaza construction update
• Various playground upgrades

Art Commission

The Auburn Arts Commission is meeting to discuss recommendations for the 2023 Gallery and Art on Main gallery exhibitions. The commission will also review minutes from the August 2, 2022 meeting.

• 2023 Gallery Exhibition Recommendations
• 2023 Art on Main Gallery Exhibition Recommendations
• Approval of August 2, 2022 minutes

City Council

The City Council is meeting to decide on several ordinances and resolutions, including a new transportation sales tax and updated city fees for 2023. The body will also set public hearing dates for a telecommunications franchise agreement and a community development action plan.

• Ordinance No. 6881: Imposing a Transportation Benefit District (TBD) Sales and Use Tax
• Resolution No. 5681: Adjusting the City of Auburn Fee Schedule for 2023
• Resolution No. 5685: Purchase and Sale Agreement between the City of Auburn and Multicare for Real Property
• Claims voucher for $5,238,691.74 and wire transfers for $744,088.81
• Payroll vouchers totaling $2,975,349.43

Human Services Committee

The committee is reviewing 80 eligible applications for human services funding totaling $2,264,111 in requests. The body will vote on a funding recommendation of $1,195,603 across 48 programs to be presented to the City Council on October 10th.

• Vote on 2023-2024 funding recommendations totaling $1,195,603
• Staff recommendation for Solid Ground’s Housing Stability Program to receive $92,112 in CDBG funds
• Review of CDBG funds available estimated at $615,000
• Discussion of contingency funding if The Salvation Army cannot meet contract terms

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a budget review for the 2023-2024 period. No other substantive items are listed for decision or discussion.

• 2023-2024 Budget Review

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a proposed 0.1% sales tax for the Transportation Benefit District and a policy for managing those funds. The body is also discussing updates to the city's 2023 fee schedule and legislative priorities for the upcoming state session.

• Ordinance No. 6881: Proposed 0.1% Transportation Benefit District Sales and Use Tax
• Resolution No. 5681: 2023 Fee Schedule adjustments, including a 9.4% increase in System Development Charges for Water, Sewer, and Storm Drainage
• Resolution No. 5680: Material Change Policy for Transportation Benefit District funded projects
• Ordinance No. 6886: Amendments to anti-drug emphasis area designations and enforcement
• Airport Fee adjustments: Proposed 7% increase

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the 2023-2024 budget. No other decisions or actions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of 2023-2024 Budget Review

City Council

The City Council will discuss regulations for fences and retaining walls and the elimination of the Environmental Park Zone and Business Park District. The body is also considering resolutions regarding reproductive healthcare, marriage equality, and the Washington Distributor Settlement.

• Ordinance No. 6884: Regulation of fences and retaining walls
• Ordinance No. 6885: Elimination of Environmental Park Zone and Business Park District
• Resolution No. 5679: Support for reproductive healthcare and marriage equality
• Resolution No. 5682: Authorization to receive funds from the Washington Distributor Settlement
• Claims vouchers totaling $6,147,382.46 and payroll vouchers totaling $5,342,894.05

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board is meeting to take action on the 2023 airport fee schedule. The board will also discuss the airport budget, capital project status, and a mural project.

• 2023 Airport Fee Schedule
• Airport Mural Project
• Airport Budget
• 2022 Capital Project Status
• Tracking Matrix

Transportation Advisory Board

The Transportation Advisory Board is meeting to review freight planning policies and a proposed update to the board's city code. Members will also receive updates on the Comprehensive Transportation Plan, ADA Transition Plan, and ongoing construction projects.

• Discussion of freight planning and policies for the 2024 Comprehensive Transportation Plan update
• Review of proposed update to ACC Chapter 2.94 Transportation Advisory Board
• Updates on ADA Transition Plan and Comprehensive Transportation Plan
• Approval of May 10, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will review the Q2 2022 financial report and discuss resolutions regarding reproductive healthcare, marriage equality, and a distributor settlement. The meeting also includes proposals to regulate fences and retaining walls and eliminate specific park and business districts.

• Resolution No. 5679: Support for reproductive healthcare, abortion, and marriage equality
• Resolution No. 5682: MOU for funds from the Washington Distributor Settlement
• Ordinance No. 6884: Regulations for fences and retaining walls
• Ordinance No. 6885: Elimination of Environmental Park Zone and Business Park District
• Q2 2022 Financial Update: General Fund revenues of $44.1 million (10% above budget)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold an introductory discussion regarding the 2022 Docket of Annual Comprehensive Plan Amendments. The body will also discuss public outreach efforts for the Auburn Downtown Plan and Environmental Impact Statement (EIS).

• Introductory discussion of 2022 Annual Comprehensive Plan Amendments
• Auburn Downtown Plan & EIS public outreach efforts

Parks & Recreation Board

The board is meeting to approve July minutes and discuss the use of metal detectors in city parks. Members will receive updates on several infrastructure projects and summer programming.

• Discussion on metal detecting in city parks
• Update on New Green River Park at 104th Ave SE
• Update on Arts & Cultural Center
• Update on Cedar Lanes Bike Park
• Construction status of Legacy Plaza

Human Services Committee

The Human Services Committee is meeting to discuss human services funding applications. The meeting includes a period for public input and correspondence.

• Discussion of Human Services Funding Application

City Council

The City Council is holding a study session to review proposed amendments to its rules of procedure. These changes are intended to implement current law and provide necessary clarifications to the council's operating guidelines.

• Resolution No. 5676: Amending the City Council Rules of Procedure

Human Services Committee

The Human Services Committee is meeting to solicit public comments on the 2023 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan. This plan identifies housing and community development needs and proposes activities to address them before submission to HUD.

• Public hearing for the 2023 CDBG Annual Action Plan
• Discussion regarding Human Services Funding Applications

City Council

The City Council will consider ordinances regarding automated traffic safety cameras and updates to city fee codes. The body is also deciding on several board appointments and the conveyance of a utility easement to PSE.

• Ordinance No. 6868: Amending use of automated traffic safety cameras
• Ordinance No. 6876: Amending fee codes in Chapter 5.10
• Resolution No. 5670: Utility Easement to PSE for King County parcel 2648000010
• Resolution No. 5677: Restrictive Real Property Covenant for King County parcel 1321049005
• Claims vouchers totaling $9,245,400.02 and payroll vouchers totaling $5,433,512.87

Civil Service Commission

The Commission is meeting to approve several police department eligibility lists. These lists determine the ranking of candidates for various officer and specialist roles.

• Approval of Police Commander Promotional Eligibility List
• Approval of Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List
• Approval of Lateral Police Officer Eligibility List
• Approval of Police Services Specialist Eligibility List
• Approval of June 14, 2022, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council is holding a study session to discuss updates to traffic safety camera codes and the transition of business licensing to a state system. The meeting also includes presentations on regional homelessness planning and budget priorities.

• Ordinance No. 6868: Updates to automated traffic safety camera codes for school zone implementation in September 2022
• Ordinance No. 6876: Amendments to business license fee codes to align with the State Business Licensing System
• King County Regional Homelessness Authority presentation on regional planning and data collection
• South King Housing and Homelessness Partners presentation on 2023 work plan and budget priorities

Urban Tree Board

The Urban Tree Board will meet to approve June minutes and discuss heritage trees. The meeting includes a presentation of photos and updates via PowerPoint.

• Review and approval of June minutes
• Heritage Trees updates and photos

Art Commission

The Auburn Arts Commission is meeting to discuss the 2021-22 People’s Choice and Purchase awards for the Downtown Sculpture Gallery. The commission will also review a draft scoring rubric for evaluating project support grant applications.

• 2021-22 People’s Choice Award Winner
• 2021-22 Purchase Award discussion
• Draft scoring rubric for project support grant applications
• Approval of May 3, 2022 minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two proposed text amendments to Title 18 of the Zoning Ordinance. The body provides recommendations to the City Council on land use plans and zoning codes.

• ZOA19-0003: Proposed amendment to clarify fence standards and create new retaining wall standards
• ZOA20-0001: Proposed removal of BP (Business Park) and EP (Environmental Park) Zoning Districts

City Council

The City Council is meeting to adopt ordinances regarding storm drainage pollution practices and budget amendments. The body will also consider a resolution for a power facility easement and an appointment to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee.

• Ordinance No. 6877: Adopting best management pollution practices for the City’s Storm Drainage System
• Ordinance No. 6878: Authorizing amendments to the 2021-2022 Biennial Operating and Capital Budgets
• Resolution No. 5674: Granting an easement to Puget Sound Energy for the Academy Pump Station 1 Replacement Project (CP1916)
• Appointment of Elizabeth Butchko to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee for a term expiring December 31, 2024
• Approval of a $71,046.59 contract increase for the Auburn Arts and Culture Center (Project No. CP1612)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing Ordinance No. 6878 to amend the 2021-2022 biennial budget, including fund balance adjustments and ARPA funding. The body is also discussing a new ordinance to enforce best management pollution practices for the city's storm drainage system.

• Ordinance No. 6878: Budget amendment including $1.1 million in ARPA funds and $450,000 to purchase Max House property
• Ordinance No. 6877: Proposed pollution practices for the storm drainage system
• Budget increase of $1,290,000 for M&O Facility Improvements – Phase 1
• Budget reduction of $1,725,000 for Coal Creek Springs transmission main repl.
• Proposed $154,000 for school zone photo enforcement

Parks & Recreation Board

The board will review and approve minutes from the May meeting. Members will receive department updates on several ongoing construction and recreation projects.

• Update on New Green River Park at 104th Ave SE
• Arts & Cultural Center update
• Cedar Lanes Bike Park update
• Legacy Plaza construction status
• Updates on various playground upgrades

City Council

The City Council held a study session to discuss the city's Ten-Year Economic Development Strategic Plan and the Economic Development Element of the Comprehensive Plan. The body also reviewed financial reports for the first quarter of 2022, including ARPA funding and general fund status.

• 1st Quarter 2022 Financial Report showing General Fund revenues of $17.0 million
• 1st Quarter ARPA Report
• Review of Ten-Year Economic Development Strategic Plan and Comprehensive Plan
• Report of $297,000 in building permit revenues, including the Divine Court project on Main Street
• Receipt of $250,000 in unbudgeted Streamlined Sales Tax mitigation funds

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will receive updates on ongoing long range planning projects. The meeting includes a presentation by UW Professor Gregg Coburn on homelessness and housing needs.

• Long Range Planning Project updates
• Regional Housing Affordability presentation on homelessness and housing needs
• Community Development Report on services activities
• Approval of June 7, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on the 2023-2028 Transportation Improvement Program and two payback agreements with Inland Washington, LLC. The body is also considering several ordinances to amend city tax codes and a right-of-way vacation.

• Public hearing for the 2023-2028 Transportation Improvement Program
• Ordinances 6862 and 6863 for Inland Washington, LLC street and traffic signal payback agreements
• Claims vouchers totaling $5,120,721.78 and wire transfers of $578,941.63
• Payroll vouchers totaling $2,785,949.95
• Increase of $20,000 for 3rd Street SW and Lea Hill Bridge Deck Preservation (Project No. CP2006/2007)

Cemetery Board

The Cemetery Board is meeting to review previous minutes and discuss old and new business. Key agenda items include the 2023/2024 budget, future plot development, and the Pioneer Cemetery.

• 2023 / 2024 Budget
• Future Plot Development
• Pioneer Cemetery
• New Maintenance Worker I (Alan Morales)

Civil Service Commission

The Commission is meeting to approve eligibility lists for entry level, lateral, and police services specialist positions. The body will also discuss promotional exams for police sergeants and commanders.

• Approval of Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List
• Approval of Lateral Police Officer Eligibility List
• Approval of Police Services Specialist Eligibility List
• Discussion of Police Commander Promotional Exam
• Discussion of Police Sergeant Promotional Exam

City Council

The City Council will hold a study session to discuss several ordinances amending the city's business, utility, and gambling tax codes. The body will also review a proposal to vacate a portion of M Street NW and 29th Street NW and receive updates on human services programs.

• Ordinance No. 6854: Vacating right-of-way at M Street NW (north of 15th St NW) and 29th Street NW (east of M St NW)
• Ordinance No. 6862 and 6863: Payback agreements with Inland Washington, LLC for half-street improvements and a traffic signal
• Ordinance No. 6860 and 6861: Amendments to Business and Occupation (B&O) Tax definitions and administration
• Ordinances No. 6870, 6872, 6873, 6874, and 6875: Tax administration updates for utility services, garbage, cable television, gambling, and telephone businesses
• Human Services Program update and panel presentation

Urban Tree Board

The Urban Tree Board is meeting to approve May minutes and discuss updates regarding heritage trees. The board will also welcome Thaniel Gouk, the Parks Planning & Development Manager.

• Review and approval of May minutes
• Heritage Trees updates and photos submitted via Dropbox on 6/3/22
• Introduction of Parks Planning & Development Manager Thaniel Gouk

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to review zoning items and receive a community development report. The body provides recommendations to the City Council on land use plans and zoning codes.

• ZOA19-0003: Fences, retaining walls, and rockeries
• ZOA20-0001: BP, Business District and EP, Environmental Park Zone

City Council

The City Council is holding a study session to discuss the Auburn Community Court and several proposed ordinances. The meeting includes reports from the Police Department and Emergency Management.

• Ordinance No. 6859: Extending the deadline to April 30, 2023, for vacating a right-of-way alley north of 3rd Street NE
• Ordinance No. 6865: Permitting 'Live/Work' land use for one parcel in the C-3 Heavy Commercial Zone
• Ordinance No. 6866: Amending city code to conform to RCW changes from ESSHB 1320
• Ordinance No. 6867: Repealing city code Section 9.34.030 regarding discharging firearms within the city
• Ordinance No. 6869: Amending city code Section 10.36.263 regarding vehicle parking violations on city property