1339 Griffin Avenue City Hall Council Chambers Enumclaw, Washington February 13, 2017, 7:30pm

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1 City of Enumclaw City Council Regular Session 1339 Griffin Avenue City Hall Council Chambers Enumclaw, Washington 98022, 7:30pm 1. CALL TO ORDER AND FLAG SALUTE: Mayor Reynolds called the meeting to order at 7:31 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Pro Tem LaFleur announced that Councilmembers Carstens and Overland were absent. LA FLEUR MOVED TO EXCUSE COUNCILMEMBERS CARSTENS AND OVERLAND FROM THE MEETING. MOLINARO SECONDED. MOTION CARRIED 4-0. ATTENDANCE: Councilmembers Mike Sando, Jan Molinaro, Kimberly Lauk, and Chance LaFleur were present. Also present were Mayor Liz Reynolds, City Administrator Chris Searcy, City Attorney Mike Reynolds, City Clerk Maureen Burwell, Public Works Director Jeff Lincoln, Parks Director Michelle Larson, Community Development Director Chris Pasinetti, Associate Planner Dan Catron, Finance Director Stephanie McKenzie, Police Chief Jim Zoll, and Information Services Technician Travis Rose. 2. ADJUSTMENTS TO THE AGENDA: Sando added New Business scheduling a discussion of the Stormwater Utility. 3. MOTION TO APPROVE AGENDA: LA FLEUR MOVED TO APPROVE THE AGENDA AS AMENDED. LAUK SECONDED. MOTION CARRIED MOTION TO APPROVE MINUTES: A. Council Minutes, 1/23/17 LA FLEUR MOVED TO APPROVE THE JANUARY 23, 2017 MINUTES AS PUBLISHED. MOLINARO SECONDED. MOTION CARRIED ANNOUNCEMENTS AND PRESENTATIONS: A. ANNOUNCEMENTS 1. Boise Creek Concessions Request for Proposals being accepted, deadline is February 22, 2017, contact Parks Director Michelle Larson for more information, Mayor noted the Request for Proposals. B. PRESENTATIONS 1. Friends of the Library by Janine Carpenter, President Carpenter explained the mission of the Friends of the Library, which is to raise funds for Page 1 of 10

2 library programs. She noted that all King County Library System branches have a Friends of the Library group. She encouraged the community to join the Friends with a $5.00 membership fee and noted individuals do not need to make a commitment to joining the tasks of the group, but can help out if they wish to with such things as the book sales held two or three times a year. 2. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan by Public Works Director Jeff Lincoln Lincoln gave a PowerPoint presentation providing an overview the City s ADA Transition Plan. The City of Enumclaw is committed to providing equal access to all of its public programs, services, facilities, and activities for citizens with disabilities. He noted that the City does receive federal funding, and has more than 50 employees; therefore it is required to be in compliance with the ADA. Public Works Engineer Rand Black is the ADA Coordinator; a policy statement is now on the website as well as a process for receiving complaints and a procedure for resolving those issues. The Transition Plan will focus on three areas: Transportation Activities (rights-of-way) sidewalks, pedestrian paths, street crossings, curb ramps, etc. Buildings access to public buildings and services Recreation Facilities play areas, swimming pools and sports facilities Lincoln noted that he gave a presentation for the community at the Senior Center recently, and received public comments. There will be a Public Hearing at a future Council meeting and he would like to receive more input from interested residents. In response to a question from LaFleur, Lincoln confirmed that there are approximately 1300 curb ramps required and the City is fully compliant in about one-third of those. C. COMMUNITY EVENTS 1. Gallery 2017 Presents Photographer Lisa Parson Green River Gorge: A Visual Journey, February 2 28, 2017, City Hall Council Chambers, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Larson noted the event and gave a few details about Parson as an artist. She noted that all of the photos of Green River Gorge are printed on glass. 6. COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE: Troy Couch, in-city resident, Chamber of Commerce Executive Director, thanked the City for all the work clearing the snow during the recent heavy snowfall in the area. He stated the staff did a great job considering their limited resources and tools. Scott Gray, out-of-city resident, Expo Center Manager, thanked the Council for their confidence in him as manager and stated the money that was allocated for the Expo Center is being put to good use. One item funded is advertising for the King County Fair, such as billboards and lapel pins which give a discount to get into the Fair. Page 2 of 10

3 Gary Hemminger, out-of-city resident, Enumclaw Youth & Family Services Director, thanked the City and Council for their support. He thanked Councilmembers Lauk, Molinaro, and Sando, and City Clerk Burwell for being at the Auburn Youth Resources (now called Nexus Youth and Families) fundraising breakfast and stated it was an honor to host them at his table. 7. PUBLIC HEARING: Mayor read the Public Hearing procedures. MAYOR OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 7:51 P.M. Burwell stated that the City Clerk s office has received no communication nor correspondence regarding the Stormwater Management Manual. City Clerk read by title only: ORDINANCE NO AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ENUMCLAW, KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON AMENDING ENUMCLAW MUNICIPAL CODE SECTIONS CHAPTERS AND AND ADOPTING THE 2012 STORMWATER MANAGEMENT MANUAL FOR WESTERN WASHINGTON (AS AMENDED IN DECEMBER 2014). Lincoln stated that the Department of Ecology Stormwater Management Manual for Western Washington provides guidance for compliance with the Western Washington Phase II Municipal Stormwater Permit and serves as an important resource for municipal and other permittees, developers, engineers, contractors, businesses and other interests. He noted that Council adopted the previous manual in August The requirement is for all Phase II permittees, including the City of Enumclaw, adopt the 2012 Manual as amended in December The year-end deadline has passed and the City is dedicated to becoming compliant this quarter. Council Discussion: Public Input: MAYOR CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 7:54 P.M. 8. TABLED BUSINESS: 9. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS: A. COMMUNITY SERVICES AND DEVELOPMENT Councilmembers Sando Chair; Lauk, Molinaro Page 3 of 10

4 Sando stated the Committee last met on February 13. They discussed the Lafromboise Endowment Fund with a budget amendment to finance some projects originally planned to be part of the 2016 budget; the Aquatic Center Maintenance and Preservation Plan; discussions with the YMCA; the lawnmower trailer replacement and pool boiler burner replacement on the Consent Agenda; the Planning Commission and Community Development Department work plan. Also discussed were Resolution No. 1581, impact fees, and the Human Services Advisory Board; and the Lodging Tax recommendation. The Affordable Housing Coalition will meet at noon on Monday, February 27, in the Council Chambers. The next CSD meeting is scheduled for Monday, March 20, at 5:00 p.m. at City Hall. B. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Councilmembers Overland, Chair; Carstens, Molinaro Molinaro stated the Committee has not met since the last Council meeting. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 27, at 4:30 p.m. in the Council conference room at City Hall. C. FINANCE Sando, Chair; Molinaro Sando stated the Committee last met on February 13. They discussed bi-ennial budgets; and the Lodging Tax Committee recommendation. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, March 13, at 7:00 p.m. in the Finance Department. D. PUBLIC SAFETY Councilmembers Carstens, Chair; LaFleur, Overland LaFleur stated the Committee has not met since the last Council meeting. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, March 20, at 7:00 p.m. at the Police Department. E. PUBLIC WORKS Councilmember LaFleur, Chair; Lauk LaFleur stated the Committee last met on February 13. They discussed the re-roofing of the Expo Center Activity Hall; the 2012 Stormwater Manual; renewing the agreement with IGI Gas Resources; and the Public Works Department using a surplus vehicle from the Police Department. Also discussed were a low-impact development Ordinance; ADA Transition Plan; and the GIS position. He thanked the City crews for the excellent work of snow removal during the snow event last week. They had a lengthy discussion of Jewell Street and the drainage issues, which are severe during rain. To remedy the situation, it may cost $35,000 - $40,000 for architect/engineer and perhaps $350,000 in construction costs. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 27, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council conference room at City Hall. F. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Councilmember Carstens No report. G. SOUTH COUNTY AREA TRANSPORTATION BOARD (SCATBd) - Councilmember Lauk, Liaison Lauk stated that SCATBd has not met since the last Council meeting. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, March 21, 9:00 a.m. at SeaTac City Hall. She reported that she, along with City Administrator Chris Searcy, Councilmembers Molinaro and Sando, made a presentation to elected officials in Olympia. She noted that individuals can contact the City Page 4 of 10

5 Clerk and she can a pdf of the transportation packet presented. H. SOUND CITIES ASSOCIATION (SCA) - Councilmember Molinaro, Liaison Molinaro stated that SCA s Public Issues Committee (PIC) last met on February 8. He attended the pre-pic meeting which was an initiation. During the regular meeting, they discussed regional centers and manufacturing centers with regard to the Vision 2040 report; the Veterans and Human Service Levy that expires this year and will be on November s ballot; and the certification for smaller cities Comprehensive Plans. They also received an update on State legislation. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, March 8, 7:00 p.m. at Renton City Hall. I. STUDENTS ON COUNCIL Students Zahourek and Crumb Zahourek explained a bit about the Rainier Foothills Wellness Foundation s backpack program, which helps low-income families with food. A leadership class called Alpha helps pack the bags every other week. She explained that a food of the month program asks students to bring in a particular item of food, such as Cup of Noodles. The Mayor offered to put a box at City to collect food items and specifically the food of the month. Zahourek agreed it would be a wonderful idea and she would let the Mayor know the specific food. Crumb stated she attended the Library Board meeting earlier in the evening; a police officer and staff from the King County Library System (KCLS) joined the Mayor and the Board in discussions. They discussed solutions to the problems the Enumclaw branch of KCLS is having, such as removing the concrete wall and bench of the courtyard so police officers could monitor the illegal activity; turning off wi-fi at night and perhaps having a filter; posting no-loitering signs and no trespassing signs so police can handle criminal activity at night. J. LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE Councilmember Sando, Chair Sando stated the Committee met on February 6. They have a recommendation that will be brought forward at the next regular City Council meeting in order for all Councilmembers to have a vote. He noted that Council can approve the recommendation or, if they wish to change it, the Council needs to vote on that change and submit it to the Lodging Tax Committee for review and comment at least forty-five days before final action is taken. 10. CONSENT AGENDA: A. CONTRACT AWARDS 1. Maxey Flatbed Mow Crew Trailer Purchase 2. Pool Boiler Burner Replacement B. BID AWARD 1. Expo Center Activity Hall Roof Replacement LA FLEUR MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA. LAUK SECONDED. MOTION CARRIED GENERAL BUSINESS: A. ORDINANCES Page 5 of 10

6 1. Ordinance No Suntop PUD Division 4 and 5 Preliminary Plat LA FLEUR MOVED TO HAVE CITY CLERK READ ORDINANCE NO BY TITLE ONLY FOR THE SECOND READING. LAUK SECONDED. MOTION CARRIED 4-0. City Clerk Read by Title Only ORDINANCE NO AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ENUMCLAW, KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT KNOWN AS SUNTOP PUD, DIVISIONS 4 AND 5, LOCATED NORTH OF WARNER AVENUE, EAST OF WATSON STREET, CONSISTING OF 70 ACRES, PROPOSED TO BE SUBDIVIDED INTO ONE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY FIVE (175) LOTS, PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Catron stated that the applicants, Ken Krueger and Rykels Engineering Group on behalf of Mrs. Frances Holdener, are requesting preliminary plat approval of two portions of the Suntop PUD. Division 4 proposes to create 96 residential lots, and Division 5 proposes to create 79 lots. He noted that the Hearing Examiner conducted an Open Record Hearing on December 1, 2016, and subsequently recommended approval of the preliminary plat; and the City Council conducted a Closed Record Public Hearing on January 23, Ordinance No contains findings and conclusions pertaining to the proposed request, and would approve the Suntop Division 4 and 5 preliminary plats following the recommendation of the Hearing Examiner Council Comments: In response to a question from Molinaro, Catron confirmed that no parcels on this preliminary plat are subject to agriculture preservation. The property referenced in the findings is across SR 410, the Thomas Farm, which is preserved for agricultural purposes. Molinaro asked what recommendations were made based on the traffic impact analysis. Catron stated that the Suntop Boulevard is intended to go from Warner all the way through to Roosevelt. The main intersection with Roosevelt is not expected in final design until the commercial portion is built out. A round-about was recommended; an additional lane will be required for a left-hand turn lane turning onto Suntop Boulevard. Council Action: LA FLEUR MOVED TO APPROVE ORDINANCE NO. 2605, SUNTOP PUD DIVISION 4 AND 5 PRELIMINARY PLAT. MOLINARO SECONDED. MOTION CARRIED 3-1. LAUK OPPOSED. 2. Ordinance No Adopting 2012 Stormwater Management Manual for Western Washington (as amended in December 2014) Page 6 of 10

7 LA FLEUR MOVED TO HAVE CITY CLERK READ ORDINANCE NO BY TITLE ONLY FOR THE FIRST READING. LAUK SECONDED. MOTION CARRIED 4-0. City Clerk Read by Title Only ORDINANCE NO AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ENUMCLAW, KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON AMENDING ENUMCLAW MUNICIPAL CODE SECTIONS CHAPTERS AND AND ADOPTING THE 2012 STORMWATER MANAGEMENT MANUAL FOR WESTERN WASHINGTON (AS AMENDED IN DECEMBER 2014). Lincoln stated he had nothing further to add from the Public Hearing portion of the meeting, but can answer any questions. Council Comments: B. RESOLUTIONS 1. Resolution No Outside Agency Agreements LA FLEUR MOVED TO HAVE CITY CLERK READ RESOLUTION NO BY TITLE ONLY. MOLINARO SECONDED. MOTION CARRIED 4-0. City Clerk Read by Title Only RESOLUTION NO A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ENUMCLAW, KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AGREEMENTS WITH THE FOLLOWING OUTSIDE AGENCIES PURSUANT TO THE 2017 BUDGET: ENUMCLAW YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES, ENUMCLAW CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, ENUMCLAW VISITORS CENTER, ARTS ALIVE!, PLATEAU OUTREACH MINISTRIES, GREEN RIVER COLLEGE, RAINIER FOOTHILLS WELLNESS FOUNDATION, FRIENDS OF THE ENUMCLAW LIBRARY AND ENUMCLAW HISTORICAL SOCIETY. Searcy stated that the 2017 Budget appropriated approximately $108,000 for outside agencies. The agreements are set forth as attachments to the Resolution. Included in the agreements are two rental subsidies, for Arts Alive! and for the Chamber of Commerce. He noted that most of the agreements are the same as previous years with the exception of the two that are matching funds to the Port of Seattle grant (Green River College and Enumclaw Visitors Center). Those two have additional language acknowledging the grant and to ensure the agencies provide any data required by the Port of Seattle. Page 7 of 10

8 Committee Report: Sando stated the CSD Committee s consensus is to approve the agreements. They would like to see the Chamber of Commerce rent subsidy agreement be referred to the Economic Development Committee as there was some concern about the requirement to maintain a website for the Enumclaw area with an updated inventory of industrial, retail and commercial sites available for lease or development. SANDO MOVED TO PULL THE ENUMCLAW CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OUTSIDE AGENCY AGREEMENT FROM THE RESOLUTION AND REFER IT TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FOR REVIEW. MOLINARO SECONDED. MOTION CARRIED 4-0. Council Comments: Council Action: SANDO MOVED TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 1581, OUTSIDE AGENCY AGREEMENTS, AS AMENDED. LA FLEUR SECONDED. MOTION CARRIED 4-0. M. Reynolds stated the Resolution will be amended to omit the reference to Enumclaw Chamber of Commerce in the title, the reference to Exhibit B as the Chamber agreement and the attachment removed from the document. Searcy stated that a new Resolution will be drafted with the Chamber agreement as its exhibit. 2. Resolution No EPOA Police Officers Agreement LA FLEUR MOVED TO HAVE CITY CLERK READ RESOLUTION NO BY TITLE ONLY. LAUK SECONDED. MOTION CARRIED 4-0. City Clerk Read by Title Only RESOLUTION NO A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ENUMCLAW, KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON, AUTHORIZING A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT WITH THE ENUMCLAW POLICE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION, EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2017 TO DECEMBER 31, Searcy gave one staff report for both Resolutions 1583 and They are agreements with the Enumclaw Police Officers Association; 1583 for police officers and 1584 for support staff. The current police collective bargaining agreements expired on December 31, Administration and the EPOA reached tentative agreement on January 31; the Association membership ratified the agreements February 9. He noted these are two-year agreements and went over a few of the changes from the previous agreement. The total cost impact in 2017 Page 8 of 10

9 for both contracts is approximately $150,000; an additional $87,000 in Searcy thanked Officer Grant McCall, President of the EPOA, Officer Don Banner, and Jail Sergeant Mike Desens; he also thanked the other members of the City bargaining team Human Resources Analyst Jodine Burke and Captain Bob Huebler. Mayor thanked Searcy for his good work on bargaining the agreements. Committee Report: Council Comments: Council Action: LA FLEUR MOVED TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 1583, EPOA POLICE OFFICERS AGREEMENT. LAUK SECONDED. MOTION CARRIED Resolution No EPOA Support Services Agreement LA FLEUR MOVED TO HAVE CITY CLERK READ RESOLUTION NO BY TITLE ONLY. MOLINARO SECONDED. MOTION CARRIED 4-0. City Clerk Read by Title Only RESOLUTION NO A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ENUMCLAW, KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON, AUTHORIZING A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT WITH THE ENUMCLAW POLICE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION, REPRESENTING THE POLICE DEPARTMENT SUPPORT SERVICES EMPLOYEES, EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2017 TO DECEMBER 31, Given during discussion of Resolution 1583 above. Council Comments: LaFleur stated the dollar amount may sound high, but reminded Council and the public that this is spread out over many people. He asserted that the City receives a high level of service from the Police Department and Dispatch Center. Council Action: LA FLEUR MOVED TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 1584, EPOA SUPPORT SERVICES AGREEMENT. LAUK SECONDED. MOTION CARRIED 4-0. Page 9 of 10

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