Mayor Colinas called the regular Brier City Council Meeting to order at 7:30 PM and the flag salute was given.

Roll Call:

Present:            Councilmembers Krienke, Nick, Kaemingk, Gipson, Corpron-Smith, and Gem. Councilmember Morgan arrived at 7:37 PM.

Public Requests & Oral Communications:

Ed Walker 21206 Poplar Way, stated that he reviewed the Draft Comprehensive Plan and found some changes that need to be made. Mr. Walker handed out papers to the Councilmembers in reference to the McClenny Meadows Subdivision litigation, sewer easement, and letters.

Ed McClenny 3609 214^th St SW stated that he would like the Councilmembers not to consider Mr. Walkers information because the Public Record on this topic is closed.

Reports of Committees & City Officials:

Councilmember Krienke stated he attended the Planning Commission Meeting held on July 19, 2006.

Councilmember Corpron-Smith stated that she attended the Park Board Meeting held on July 5, 2006.

Councilmember Kaemingk stated he reviewed Claim and Payroll warrants on July 8, 2006.

Councilmember Gipson stated he attended the Community Transit Board Workshop Meeting on July 20, 2006.

Approval of Minutes:

Mayor Colinas opened for consideration approval of the Brier City Council Workshop Minutes of July 18, 2006. Councilmember Corpron-Smith moved and Councilmember Nick seconded to approve the Brier City Council Workshop Minutes of July 18, 2006. Motion Carried. Councilmember Kaemingk abstained due to his absence.

Consent Agenda:

Stephany West 3424 238^th St. SW, stated that she would like to join the Park and Recreation Committee. She feels she has many ideas on the parks and would like to become more involved.

Mayor Colinas opened for consideration approval of the Consent Agenda, which includes Brier City Council Minutes of July 11, 2006, sidewalk replacement bid from Finishing Edge in the amount of $46,000.65, and confirm Mayor’s appointment of Stephany West to the Park Board. Councilmember Gipson moved and Councilmember Gem seconded to approve the Consent Agenda, which includes Brier City Council Minutes of July 11, 2006, sidewalk replacement bid from Finishing Edge in the amount of $46,000.65, and confirm Mayor’s appointment of Stephany West to the Park Board. Motion Carried.

Councilmember Krienke moved and Councilmember Nick seconded to move Item 9A and B to be discussed first. Motion carried.

Public Hearings:

Mayor Colinas opened the Public Hearing on Business License #BR06-054 by Tiffany Morgan for a children’s Daycare facility located at 2508 Nike Manor Road, Brier.

Jim Cutts, Director of Community Development and Planning, stated that this application seems to comply with the City’s Ordinances.

Councilmember Corpron-Smith excused herself from participation due to her being the Morgan’s neighbor.

Tiffany Morgan 2508 Nike Manor Road, stated that she is already licensed and use to have a daycare in the military. Mrs. Morgan stated that her house and yard are well maintained and she is applying to have a daycare for six children and one will be her daughter.

Mayor Colinas opened the Public Hearing at 8:00 PM on Business License #BR06-054 by Tiffany Morgan for a children’s Daycare facility located at 2508 Nike Manor Road, Brier. There were no comments. Councilmember Gipson moved and Councilmember Morgan seconded to close the Public Hearing. There was council discussion. Councilmember Morgan moved and Councilmember Gipson seconded to approve Business License #BR06-054 by Tiffany Morgan for a children’s Daycare facility located at 2508 Nike Manor Road, Brier. Motion Carried.

Councilmember Corpron-Smith returned to the Council table.

Joelle Cann 3707 219^th St SW, stated she is speaking on behalf of her husband because he was absent due to him being out of town. Mrs. Cann stated that they have a state license and would like to have a home base because Mr. Cann travels all over the world. There will be no changes to the home; he will be working on the internet, booking trips and coordinating.

Mayor Colinas opened the Public Hearing at 8:10 PM on Business License #BR06-056 by Colin Cann, a professional golf caddy located at 3707 219^th St SW, Brier. There were no comments. Councilmember Kaemingk moved and Councilmember Morgan seconded to close the Public Hearing. There was council discussion. Councilmember Corpron-Smith moved and Councilmember Nick seconded to approve Business License #BR06-056 by Colin Cann, a professional golf caddy located at 3707 219^th St SW, Brier. Motion Carried.

Executive Session-Litigation:

Councilmember Krienke moved and Councilmember Nick seconded to recess to Executive Session to discuss legal issues regarding McClenny Meadows Subdivision and also discuss Poplar Glen and Brier Glen from 8:15 PM for one hour to be back at 9:15 PM. Motion carried. The Councilmembers returned to the table at 9:14 PM.

New Business, Petitions, Communications, Applications & Appeals:

Mayor Colinas opened for consideration to set a date for consideration of McClenny Meadows.  Councilmember Gipson moved and Councilmember Corpron-Smith seconded to approve to appoint John Galt as the hearing examiner for the McClenny Meadows Subdivision. There was council discussion. Motion Carried. Councilmember Morgan and Kaemingk opposed.

Ordinances, Resolutions & Orders:

Mayor Colinas opened for consideration approval of Ordinance No. 489 approving the 2007 six-year street plan. There was Council discussion. Councilmember Krienke moved and Councilmember Nick seconded to approve Ordinance No. 489 approving the 2007 six-year street plan. Motion Carried.

Miscellaneous Business by Call of Councilmembers & City Officials:

Mayor Colinas stated that he and Mayor Smith, City of Mountlake Terrace, have been in discussion about the concept of the two cities working together to turn Fire Station 18 into a Senior Center. The Mayor also stated that that next Tuesday night is Neighborhood Night Out and that there is also a Workshop Meeting.

Councilmember Gem moved and Councilmember Gipson seconded to move Brier City Council Workshop Meeting on August 1, 2006 to 8 PM.

Mayor Colinas announced that Dennis Lovelett, Building Inspector, has resigned.

Councilmember Morgan announced that he will not be attending the meeting on August 22, 2006.

Councilmember Nick and Krienke announced they will not be attending the meeting on August 15, 2006.

Councilmember Corpron-Smith stated that the Park Board is requesting the council to be judges or participate in the parade on August 9, 2006. 

Adjournment:

Councilmember Corpron-Smith moved and Councilmember Gem seconded to adjourn. Mayor Colinas declared the meeting adjourned at 9:37 PM.