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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/05/2026 07.A. Approval of minutes from the April 7, 2026, April 14, 2026 and April 21, 2026 City Council regular meetings 'V ii S _�ii r,....,.,. • i ,,,..,..., ..:,, „...,„„„iry •„,,,,,f:•••.....••.„,,,,,_ ,"‘„,„,,,,,,,,„,____, BUSINESS OF THE CITY COUNCIL YAKIMA, WASHINGTON AGENDA STATEMENT Item No. 7.A. For Meeting of: May 5, 2026 ITEM TITLE: Approval of minutes from the April 7, 2026, April 14, 2026 and April 21, 2026 City Council regular meetings SUBMITTED BY: Rosalinda Ibarra, City Clerk SUMMARY EXPLANATION: ITEM BUDGETED: STRATEGIC PRIORITY 24-25: RECOMMENDATION: ATTACHMENTS: Minutes_04-07-2026_D RAFT Minutes_04-14-2026_D RAFT Minutes 04-21-2026 DRAFT 7 r .. ..) ��,„1„ II i I i III„r `'�;. 7- „I ♦ . YAKIMA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES April 7, 2026 City Hall - Council Chambers - 129 N 2nd Street, Yakima WA 5:30 PM City Council Regular Meeting - Conducted in person and virtually via Zoom Executive Session - 5:15 p.m. Executive Session to discuss pending litigation pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) MOTION: Byers moved and Glenn seconded to adjourn to Executive Session until 5:30 p.m. to discuss pending litigation pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(i). The motion carried by unanimous vote. Mayor Brown announced that Council is-not expected to take further action following executive session. Present for Executive Session: Mayor Matt Brown, Assistant Mayor Reedy Berg (present via speakerphone), and Councilmembers Patricia Byers, Rick Glenn, Felisa Gonzalez (present via speakerphone), Juliet Potrykus and Leo Roy Executive session was held at 5:17 p.m. and adjourned at 5:29 p.m. 1) Roll Call The meeting was called to order at 5:33 p.m. Present: Mayor Matt Brown, presiding; Assistant Mayor Reedy Berg (attending remotely via Zoom), and Councilmembers Patricia Byers, Rick Glenn, Felisa Gonzalez (attending remotely via Zoom), Leo Roy, and Juliet Potrykus Staff: City Manager Vicki Baker, City Attorney Sara Watkins and City Clerk Rosalinda I barra 2) Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Brown led the Pledge of Allegiance. 3) Interpreter Services Mayor Brown introduced Jorge Villasenor who announced interpreter services are available in Spanish. 4) Public Comment Jeremie Dufault, 15th District State Representative; Chris Corry, 15th District State Representative; Senator Curtis King, City resident, 14th District; expressed appreciation for the community's support for the reopening of city pools, specifically Bill and Rhonda Dolsen and Forbes Mercy. The community raised $120,000 and received $30,000 in pledged donations. A local contractor has expressed interest in donating work to assist with repairs at Franklin pool. The following individuals spoke in support of keeping Lions pool open: Lynnette Whitney, City resident; Jenn Casana, City resident, Yakima Chief Hops; Adelaide Loeser, City April 7, 2026—Yakima City Council Meeting Minutes Page 1 of 6 8 resident; Reed Loeser, City resident; Jake Brandt, City resident; Cora Loeser, City resident; Giuliana Bazan, City resident; Joshua Whitney, City resident; America Murillo, City resident; Jack McColm, County resident; Allison McGuire, City resident; Zuincla Murillo, City resident; Keila Rivera; City resident; Aubrey Sanchez, City resident; and Susan Erickson, City resident. Mayor Brown expressed appreciation for Ms. Erickson's donation to Lions Pool. Carol Masterson, City resident, noted concerns about closed bathrooms at Kissel) Park during busy times and offered suggestions to offset costs. Tony Sandoval, City resident, spoke in favor of keeping the Washington Fruit Community Center open. Joseph Kopsick, City resident, provided suggestions for taxing options. Jack Williams, U.S. Small Business Administration, mentioned federal funding available through programs to assist homeowners affected by the December flooding events. Tony Courcy, City resident, questioned Council's handling of public comments and expressed concerns about a development decision. 5) Open Discussion for the Good of the Order 5.A Arbor Day proclamation MOTION: Byers moved and Roy seconded to approve the proclamation and request that it be read and presented. The motion carried by unanimous vote. Councilmember Byers proclaimed the second Saturday in April as "Arbor Day" and Garrett Brenden, Curator at the Yakima Area Arboretum, accepted the proclamation and invited the community to the upcoming Arbor Fest event. 5.B Introduction of Human Resources Director Lisa Garcia City Manager Vicki Baker introduced Lisa Garcia as the new Human Resources Director. Ms. Garcia expressed appreciation for the opportunity. 5.0 Recognition of Yakima Police Chief Shawn Boyle for his 30 years of service City Manager Baker recognized Yakima Police Chief Shawn Boyle for 30 years of service to the City of Yakima. Chief Boyle thanked the Council for their recognition. 6) Council Reports None. 7) Consent Agenda Mayor Brown referred to the items placed on the Consent Agenda, questioning whether there were any additions or deletions from Council members present. Items F and I were removed from the Consent Agenda. The City Clerk read the Consent Agenda items, including resolutions and ordinances, by title. (Items on the Consent Agenda are handled under one motion without further discussion-see motion directly below.) MOTION: Potrykus moved and Roy seconded to approve the consent agenda as amended. The motion carried by a 7-0 roll call vote. 7.A Approval of minutes from the March 10, 2026 Council study session and March 17, 2026 City Council regular meeting and March 26, 2026 City Council special meeting April 7, 2026-Yakima City Council Meeting Minutes Page 2 of 6 9 7.B Project Completion and Contract Acceptance with Yakima Mechanical Inc for the City Hall Chiller Replacement Project RT2858 7.0 Resolution awarding Bid 12603J and authorizing an agreement with Christensen, Inc. for purchase and delivery of bulk fuels and incidentals RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-037, A RESOLUTION awarding Bid 12603J and authorizing an agreement with Christensen, Inc., for purchase and delivery of bulk fuels and incidentals. 7.D Resolution accepting Change Order No. 1 with Ascent Foundation & More LLC for Project AC2750/SC2605 Expanding Water and Wastewater Access to Underserved Communities RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-038, A RESOLUTION accepting Change Order No. 1 to City Contract 2025-074 with Ascent Foundation & More LLC for Project AC2750/SC2605 Expanding Water and Wastewater Access to Underserved Communities. 7.E Resolution authorizing Supplemental Agreement 1 with HLA Engineering and Land Surveying, Inc. for Engineering Services associated with the 28th Avenue Vicinity Sewer Improvements project RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-039, A RESOLUTION authorizing Supplemental Agreement 1 to City of Yakima Contract No. 2023-139 with HLA Engineering and Land Surveying, Inc. for engineering services associated with the 28th Avenue Vicinity Sewer Improvements project. 7.F Resolution authorizing acceptance of Transportation Improvement Board (TIB) award for the Fair Avenue Multimodal Improvements Project 2903 This item was removed from the Consent Agenda 7.G Resolution approving the Settlement Agreement among participating subdivisions and remnant defendants associated with the national prescription opiate litigation lawsuit, Case No. 1:17-md-2804 RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-041, A RESOLUTION approving the Settlement Agreement Among Participating Subdivisions and Remnant Defendants associated with the national prescription opiate litigation lawsuit, Case No. 1:17-md-2804. 7.H Resolution authorizing an interlocal agreement with Yakima County for the provision of jail services and facilities for juvenile detention RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-042, A RESOLUTION authorizing an interlocal agreement with Yakima County for the provision of juvenile detention services. 7.1 Resolution setting the dates and time for open cruising events on Yakima Avenue for the summer of 2026 This item was removed from the Consent Agenda Items Removed from Consent Agenda 7.F Resolution authorizing acceptance of Transportation Improvement Board (TIB) award for the Fair Avenue Multimodal Improvements Project 2903 Community Development Director Bill Preston briefed Council on the proposed resolution. The City Clerk read the resolution by title only. April 7, 2026—Yakima City Council Meeting Minutes Page 3 of 6 10 After discussion, MOTION: Brown moved and Potrykus seconded to adopt Item F. The motion carried by a 7-0 roll call vote. RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-040, A RESOLUTION authorizing acceptance and execution of a Washington State agreement with Transportation Improvement Board (TIB) for the Fair Avenue Multimodal Improvements Project 2903. 7.1 Resolution setting the dates and time for open cruising events on Yakima Avenue for the summer of 2026 Councilmember Byers presented her concerns about the city-sponsored cruising events. Chief Boyle addressed questions related to funding and resources. The City Clerk read the resolution by title only. After Council discussion, MOTION: Glenn moved and Potrykus seconded to approve Item I. The motion carried by a 7-0 roll call vote. RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-043, A RESOLUTION setting the dates and time for open cruising events on Yakima Avenue for the summer of 2026. 8) Public Hearings 8.A Closed record public hearing and Ordinance for proposed amendments to Yakima Municipal Code Title 15 Urban Area Zoning Ordinance Planning Manager Trevor Martin briefed the Council on the Yakima Planning Commission's recommendation regarding proposed text amendments related to drive-throughs and parking standards, and middle housing requirements. Mayor Brown opened the public hearing. Tony Courcy, City resident, spoke about his experience with parking standards and shared parking. With no one else coming forward or calling in to speak, Mayor Brown closed the public hearing. The City Clerk read the ordinance by title only. After Council deliberation, MOTION: Potrykus moved and Roy seconded to pass the ordinance. The motion carried by a 6-0 roll call vote; Gonzalez not present for the roll call vote. ORDINANCE NO. 2026-011, AN ORDINANCE amending Yakima Municipal Code Title 15 to incorporate text amendments associated with drive-through and parking standards, and middle housing requirements. 9) Department Items 9.A Resolution authorizing an application to the Supporting Investments in Economic Development (SIED) Board to support Hogback West Yakima proposed development Assistant City Manager Gary Ballew briefed Council on the proposed resolution seeking authorization to pursue a grant and loan application. The City Clerk read the resolution by title only. MOTION: Potrykus moved and Roy seconded to adopt the resolution. The motion carried by a 7-0 roll call vote. April 7, 2026—Yakima City Council Meeting Minutes Page 4 of 6 11 RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-044, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City of Yakima to support the grant and loan application from Yakima County Supporting Investment in Economic Development (SIED) fund to provide public infrastructure improvements in support of the proposed Hogback Development on Nob Hill Boulevard. 9.B Resolution authorizing $230,000 from reserves to fund reopening Lions Pool and repairing Franklin Pool to make it operational Director of Finance and Budget Craig Warner briefed Council on the proposed resolution to allocate $230,000 from reserves to support the reopening of Lions Pool and to repair and prepare Franklin Pool for potential summer operations. The City Clerk read the resolution by title only. After extensive Council discussion, FINAL MOTION: Potrykus moved and Roy seconded to adopt the resolution and direct staff to open Lions pool in some capacity by Tax Day April 15tn The motion carried by a 7-0 roll call vote. RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-045, A RESOLUTION of the City Council of the City of Yakima directing staff to allocate funds from reserves to support aquatic facilities operations and repairs. 9.0 Ordinance amending the 2025-2026 Biennial Budget for the City of Yakima; and making appropriations from unappropriated fund balances in various funds for expenditures during 2026, including 2025 encumbrances (First Reading) Director of Finance and Budget Craig Warner briefed Council on the proposed budget amendment and noted the associated appropriations and encumbrances. The City Clerk read the ordinance by title only. First Reading of AN ORDINANCE amending the 2026 Budget for the City of Yakima; and making appropriations from Unappropriated Fund Balances within various funds for expenditure during 2026 for various purposes including 2025 encumbrances as described in the attached Schedule I. 9.D Ordinance adopting a six-month moratorium on the filing and acceptance of development applications for, and the location of, and issuance of permits and approvals for, land uses that consist of or include halfway houses as defined in Yakima Municipal Code 15.02.020 and secure community transition facilities as defined herein; directing development of comprehensive zoning and business regulations pertaining to halfway houses and secure community transition facilities; providing that the moratorium shall be in effect for six months, through October 6, 2026; and declaring an emergency providing for immediate effective date. City Attorney Sara Watkins briefed Council on the proposed ordinance enacting a six-month moratorium on the filing and acceptance of development applications and permits for halfway houses and secure community transition facilities (SCTF). This is in response to the State of Washington allowing them in jurisdictions pursuant to RCW 71.09 and because the City has not adopted land use regulations specific to SCTF's. Ms. Watkins noted that moratoriums require a public hearing and if the moratorium is passed a hearing will be scheduled for May 12, 2026. The City Clerk read the ordinance by title only. April 7, 2026-Yakima City Council Meeting Minutes Page 5 of 6 12 After Council discussion, MOTION: Glenn moved and Potrykus seconded to pass the ordinance. The motion carried by a 7-0 roll call vote; making the moratorium effective immediately. ORDINANCE NO. 2026-012, AN ORDINANCE of the City of Yakima, Washington, adopting a six-month moratorium on the filing and acceptance of development applications for, and the location of, and issuance of permits and approvals for, land uses that consist of or include halfway houses as defined in Yakima Municipal Code 15.02.020 and secure community transition facilities as defined herein; directing development of comprehensive zoning and business regulations pertaining to halfway houses and secure community transition facilities; providing that the moratorium shall be in effect for six months, through October 6, 2026; and declaring an emergency providing for immediate effective date. 10) City Manager Update 10.A Preview of upcoming topics City Manager Baker thanked legislators for their efforts regarding Lions Pool and mentioned upcoming topics related to Fire Station 92, licensing, public safety update, ordinance regarding exposure to fentanyl; YPD Police Explorers program, 2025 financial update, East Yakima annexation, master fee schedule and amendments to several municipal code sections. 11) Other Business MOTION: Byers moved and Potrykus seconded to direct staff to amend Yakima Municipal Code Section 9.25.020 to require any group or organization to hold a cruise night or sanctioned parade to obtain a special event permit pursuant to the Yakima Municipal Code and require that each cruise night be sponsored by the group or organization. The motion failed by a 5-2 vote; with Berg, Brown, Glenn, Potrykus and Roy voting no. 12) Adjournment MOTION: Byers moved and Glenn seconded to adjourn to the next City Council regular meeting on April 14, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers. The motion carried by unanimous vote. The meeting adjourned at 8:09 p.m. CERTIFICATION READ AND CERTIFIED ACCURATE BY COUNCIL MEMBER DATE COUNCIL MEMBER DATE ATTEST: CITY CLERK MAYOR April 7, 2026-Yakima City Council Meeting Minutes Page 6 of 6 13 4-* YAKIMA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES April 14, 2026 City Hall — Council Chambers — 129 N 2nd Street, Yakima, WA 5:30 PM City Council Regular Meeting —Conducted in person and virtually via Zoom. 1) Roll Call The meeting was called to order at 5:31 p.m. Present: Mayor Matt Brown, presiding; Assistant Mayor Reedy Berg and Councilmembers Patricia Byers, Rick Glenn, Felisa Gonzalez, Juliet Potrykus and Leo Roy (attending remotely via Zoom) Staff: City Manager Vicki Baker, City Attorney Sara Watkins and City Clerk Rosalinda Ibarra 2) Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Brown led the Pledge of Allegiance. 3) Interpreter Services Mayor Brown introduced Jorge Villasenor who announced interpreter services are available in Spanish. 4) Good of the Order 4.A Recognition of Davis High School girls' basketball team Mayor Brown recognized the Davis High School girls' basketball team for winning the 4A State Basketball Championship title and presented a certificate and a signed basketball to the team. Principal Heather Hastie and Coach Akil White thanked the Council for their recognition. 5) Public Comment Mark Peterson, City property owner, spoke about recent litigation against the City. 6) Council Reports None. 7) Consent Agenda Mayor Brown referred to the items placed on the Consent Agenda, questioning whether there were any additions or deletions from Council members present. Item B was removed from the Consent Agenda. The City Clerk read the Consent Agenda items, including resolutions and ordinances, by title. (Items on the Consent Agenda are handled under one motion without further discussion-see motion directly below.) MOTION: Berg moved and Byers seconded to approve the consent agenda. The motion carried by a 7-0 roll call vote. April 14, 2026 —Yakima City Council Meeting Minutes Page 1 of 7 14 7.A Resolution authorizing an agreement with Vertex Contracting LLC for Wide Hollow Creek Pedestrian Bridge Improvement Project 2587 RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-046, A RESOLUTION authorizing an agreement with Vertex Contracting LLC for the Wide Hollow Creek Pedestrian Bridge Improvement Project 2587. 7.B Resolution setting the dates and time for open cruising events on Yakima Avenue for the summer of 2026 This item was removed from the Consent Agenda Items Removed from the Consent Agenda 7.B) Resolution setting the dates and time for open cruising events on Yakima Avenue for the summer of 2026 Councilmember Byers stated her intent to discuss this further during budget discussions. MOTION: Byers moved and Berg seconded to approve Item 7.B. The motion carried by a 7-0 roll call vote. RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-047, A RESOLUTION setting the dates and time for open cruising events on Yakima Avenue for the summer of 2026. 8) Public Hearings 8.A Closed record public hearing and Resolution to consider an appeal of a Certificate of Appropriateness for property at 2810 Barge Street Associate Planner Connor Kennedy briefed the Council on the Historic Preservation Commission's (HPC) decision regarding a Certificate of Appropriateness for property at 2810 Barge Street. The City Planning Division submitted an appeal due to an error resulting from an incomplete application. To correct this action, the Council is asked to grant the appeal and remand the application back to the HPC for additional review and issuance of a revised determination. He explained that the review is limited to the design of the structure to ensure it meets the historic character of the neighborhood; it is not for the land use itself because ADU's are permitted uses in residential zones. Mayor Brown stated this is a closed record hearing and testimony will be limited to the record regarding the appeal of a Certificate of Appropriateness for property at 2810 Barge Street. Mayor Brown administered the Appearance of Fairness Doctrine. Each Councilmember answered negatively or affirmatively to the following questions: 1. Do you have any interest in the property or the application, or do you own property within 300 feet of the property subject to the application? All members responded they did not. 2. Do you stand to gain or lose any financial benefit as a result of the outcome of this proposal? The response from Council members was no. 3. Can you hear and consider the application in a fair and objective manner, without bias? All Council members stated they could. 4. Have you had any ex-parte communications with the Applicants, or anyone else, regarding this application? Councilmembers Potrykus and Glenn answered in the affirmative. It was Council consensus to allow Councilmember Potrykus to participate and allow Councilmember Glenn to recuse himself from voting. April 14, 2026 —Yakima City Council Meeting Minutes Page 2 of 7 15 Mayor Brown asked if anyone wished to challenge any Council member's participation in this application on appearance of fairness grounds? No one from the audience or on Zoom spoke to the issue. Mayor Brown opened the public hearing. The following community members came forward to provide testimony: Scott King, project contractor, spoke in support of the project. Todd Fisher and Jim Dobbie spoke in opposition to the project. With no one else coming forward or calling in to speak, Mayor Brown closed the public hearing. The City Clerk read the resolution by title only. After Council deliberation, MOTION: Byers moved and Potrykus seconded to approve the appeal [adopt the resolution]. The motion carried by a 6-0 roll call vote; Glenn recused from vote. RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-048, A RESOLUTION of the City Council of the City of Yakima, Washington, granting the City's appeal and remanding the Historic Preservation Commission's Type II decision approving a certificate of appropriateness (HPR#006-25) for a detached accessory dwelling unit at 2810 Barge Street for further proceedings. 8.B Closed record public hearing and Resolution to consider the Hearing Examiner's recommendation regarding the master planned development and subdivision for the Plat of Johnston Estates Planning Manager Trevor Martin and Senior Planner Jason Radtke briefed the Council on the Hearing Examiner's recommendation regarding the master planned development and subdivision for the Plat of Johnston Estates, located at 5405 Summitview Avenue. The proposal would subdivide approximately 4.85 acres into 29 lots and 3 tracts. Twenty-eight lots will be residential common-wall units and one lot is planned for a commercial/retail establishment. Mayor Brown stated this is a closed record hearing and testimony will be limited to the record regarding the master planned development and subdivision for the Plat of Johnston Estates. Mayor Brown administered the Appearance of Fairness Doctrine. Each Councilmember answered negatively or affirmatively to the following questions: 1. Do you have any interest in the property or the application, or do you own property within 300 feet of the property subject to the application? All Councilmembers responded they did not. 2. Do you stand to gain or lose any financial benefit as a result of the outcome of this proposal? The response from Council members was no. 3. Can you hear and consider the application in a fair and objective manner, without bias?All Council members stated they could. 4. Have you had any ex-parte communications with the Applicants, or anyone else, regarding this application?All Council members responded no. Mayor Brown asked if anyone wished to challenge any Council member's participation in this application on appearance of fairness grounds? No one from the audience or on Zoom spoke to the issue. April 14, 2026 -Yakima City Council Meeting Minutes Page 3 of 7 16 Mayor Brown opened the public hearing. The following community members came forward to provide testimony: Bill Hordan, City resident, spoke on behalf of the developer and in support of the proposal. With no one else coming forward or calling in to speak, Mayor Brown closed the public hearing. The City Clerk read the resolution by title only. After Council deliberation, MOTION: Berg moved and Glenn seconded pass the resolution. The motion carried by a 7-0 roll call vote. RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-049, A RESOLUTION approving the Master Planned Development of Plat of Johnston Estates and authorizing and directing the City Manager to execute a Development Agreement with Eglin & Eglin LLC (herein after "Developer") to provide for the terms and conditions of development of a preliminary long plat and planned development to be located at 5405 Summitview Ave., in the City of Yakima. 9) Department Items 9.A First Tee Expression of Interest to Lease and Operate Fisher Park Golf Course Assistant City Manager Gary Ballew presented information on current operations of Fisher Park Golf Course noting 2025 revenues of$246,000 and expenses of $253,000. He described First Tee of Central Washington's expressed interest in Fisher Park and guideposts developed to assess the feasibility of another organization leasing and operating Fisher Park Golf Course. Mr. Ballew further described what a potential Request for Proposal process may include. Parks and Recreation Manager Ken Wilkinson and Megan Nobbs, Executive Director of First Tee Central Washington, noted the services that each agency can provide. After Council discussion, MOTION: Glenn moved and Roy seconded to go forward with the proposal to request funding proposals for allowing a private entity to operate Fisher Park. The motion carried by 5-2 vote; with Brown and Byers voting no. 9.B Licensing Discussion - Non-Profits and Regulatory Licenses Assistant City Manager Gary Ballew provided responses related to follow-up questions from Council regarding business and regulatory licensing in the City of Yakima. The information included the number of non-profit organizations, regulatory licensing revenue, Department of Revenue system costs, and impact on businesses with 30 or more employees. Mr. Ballew stated there are 247 non-profits endorsed in the city and noted that after further review religious organizations cannot be exempt. There is a total of 328 regulatory licenses with an approximate revenue of$16,497; approximately 154 regulatory licenses are recommended for elimination resulting in $6,094 revenue loss. Regarding businesses with over 30 employees, staff recommended that Council consider a cap on employee count at 120 employees. It was Council consensus to maintain the current regulatory license fees while a full review analysis is conducted, keep the exemption for nonprofits, and cap the number of employees at 120. April 14, 2026 —Yakima City Council Meeting Minutes Page 4 of 7 17 9.0 Ordinance adding Section 6.08.210, Endangerment with a Controlled Substance, to the Yakima Municipal Code City Attorney Sara Watkins briefed the Council on the proposed ordinance, making it a gross misdemeanor crime to endanger a child by knowingly or recklessly exposing a child to a controlled substance. The ordinance excepts from violation any controlled substance provided pursuant to a valid medical prescription. The City Clerk read the ordinance by title only. MOTION: Potrykus moved and Byers seconded to pass the ordinance. The motion carried by a 7-0 roll call vote. ORDINANCE NO. 2026-013, AN ORDINANCE adding Section 6.08.210, Endangerment with a Controlled Substance, to the Yakima Municipal Code. 9.D Proposed 3% Utility Tax Acting Director of Finance and Budget Gary Ballew provided a presentation for each ordinance related to increasing the utility tax rate, identified as Item 9E, Item 9F, Item 9G, and Item 9H on the agenda. The impacted utilities include water business tax, water and wastewater tax, refuse tax, and stormwater tax which would generate approximately $600,000 per every 1% of tax imposed, sufficient to fund Fire Station 92. The current utility tax rates are set at 21% for water, 21% for wastewater, 21% for refuse (5% is allocated to Clean Cities), 21% for stormwater (5% is allocated to pools), and 20% for private water. The proposed ordinances would increase the current tax rate to 24% for each utility described. Council discussed the equitability of imposing either a utility tax or a property tax. MOTION: Glenn moved and Potrykus seconded to pass all four ordinances. The motion failed by a 4-3 roll call vote due to the lack of a minimum affirmative vote of five members as required by the Yakima City Charter; Berg, Byers, and Gonzalez voting no. After amendments and debate, the final version of the motion was considered. FINAL AMENDED MOTION: Potrykus moved and Byers seconded to adopt the 3% utility taxes with a contingency that if a County-wide EMS levy of 50 cents per$1,000 were to pass, that the City would sunset the utility tax upon receipt of those funds. The motion carried with a 6-1 roll call vote; with Gonzalez voting no. The motion applies to the ordinances included in Item 9E, Item 9F, Item 9G, and Item 9H of the agenda. 9.E Ordinance amending the Yakima Municipal Code Section 5.50.060 Water Business tax, adding a 4% utility tax The City Clerk read the ordinance by title only. ORDINANCE NO. 2026-014, AN ORDINANCE amending the City of Yakima Municipal Code Section 5.50.060: Water businesses. 9.F Ordinance amending the Yakima Municipal Code Section 7.64.020 Water and Wastewater tax adding a 3% utility tax The City Clerk read the ordinance by title only. ORDINANCE NO. 2026-015, AN ORDINANCE amending the City of Yakima Municipal Code Section 7.64.020 Water and Wastewater tax. April 14, 2026 —Yakima City Council Meeting Minutes Page 5 of 7 18 9.G Ordinance amending the Yakima Municipal Code Section 7.64.030 Refuse tax, adding a 3% utility tax The City Clerk read the ordinance by title only. ORDINANCE NO. 2026-016, AN ORDINANCE amending the City of Yakima Municipal Code Section 7.64.030 Refuse Tax. 9.H Ordinance amending the Yakima Municipal Code Section 7.64.040 Stormwater tax, adding 3% utility tax The City Clerk read the ordinance by title only. ORDINANCE NO. 2026-017, AN ORDINANCE amending the City of Yakima Municipal Code Section 7.64.040 Stormwater tax. 9.1 City Council Code of Ethics and Principles of Conduct MOTION: Byers moved and Glenn seconded to table this discussion to sometime in May. The motion carried by unanimous vote. 10) Council Open Discussion MOTION: Glenn moved and Brown seconded to have a future discussion about utility billing practices. The motion carried by unanimous vote. MOTION: Byers moved and Berg seconded to add the National Day of Prayer proclamation to be read and approved at the May 5 meeting. The motion carried by unanimous vote. MOTION: Byers moved and Brown seconded to read and approve the submitted letter regarding KIMA-TV appreciation to be read at the April 21 meeting. The motion carried by unanimous vote. Mayor Brown provided feedback from the development community and business owners about economic development efforts. Councilmember Gonzalez acknowledged the City Clerk's work during Council meetings. 11) City Manager Update 11.A Preview of upcoming topics City Manager Vicki Baker expressed appreciation to staff involved in the reopening of Lions Pool as requested by Council. She provided an update on the status of Franklin Pool's leak detection and repair. Ms. Baker clarified details about the City's budget projections, reserve funds and one-time monies, emphasizing the City's transparency and honesty in the use of taxpayer dollars. Upcoming topics include: the YPD Police Explorers program, Public Safety updates, master fee schedule, and amendments to the Municipal Code. 12) Other Business Mayor Brown requested an update on solutions related to bathrooms in City parks. MOTION: Berg moved and Brown seconded to direct the City Manager to immediately initiate procurement of Franklin Pool leak repair services using the small works roster process under RCW 39.04.152 and RCW 35.22.620(7) with April 14, 2026 -Yakima City Council Meeting Minutes Page 6 of 7 19 Franklin Pool to be open and operational by June 15th and to report back to Council within 7-21 days with a contractor, scope, cost estimate, and a project timeline The motion carried with a 5-2 roll call vote; Byers and Glenn voting no. 13) Adjournment MOTION: Glenn moved and Byers seconded to adjourn to the next City Council regular meeting on April 21, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers. The motion carried by unanimous vote. The meeting adjourned at 9:21 p.m. CERTIFICATION READ AND CERTIFIED ACCURATE BY COUNCIL MEMBER DATE COUNCIL MEMBER DATE ATTEST: liPlikiiiir CITY CLERK 11111 MAYOR \CilliS) April 14, 2026 —Yakima City Council Meeting Minutes Page 7 of 7 20 1II ,1 .......... 'fir .. 'CF*�h •••• . ..• •• am a �h, • �RATL� _' YAKIMA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES April 21, 2026 City Hall - Council Chambers - 129 N 2nd Street, Yakima WA 5:30 PM City Council Regular Meeting - Conducted in person and virtually via Zoom 1) Roll Call The meeting was called to order at 5:34 p.m. Present: Mayor Matt Brown, presiding; Assistant Mayor Reedy Berg and Councilmembers Patricia Byers, Rick Glenn, Felisa Gonzalez, Juliet Potrykus and Leo Roy Staff: City Manager Vicki Baker, Acting City Attorney Cynthia Martinez and City Clerk Rosalinda Ibarra 2) Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Brown led the Pledge of Allegiance. 3) Interpreter Services Mayor Brown introduced Jorge Villasenor who announced interpreter services are available in Spanish. 4) Public Comment Julian Paschen, City resident, spoke about the bathroom closures at Chesterley Park, specifically related to potential contractual obligations. Tony Sandoval, City resident, spoke in support of the Washington Fruit Community Center. William Chichenoff, City resident, suggested instituting a 72-hour hold to address domestic violence offenders and prevent future incidents. Tony Courcy, City resident, expressed concerns about the crosswalks at 16th Avenue and Hathaway. 5) Open Discussion for the Good of the Order 5.A Recognition of Yakima Police Officer Dulce Diaz for 20 years of service Police Chief Shawn Boyle recognized Police Officer Dulce Diaz for 20 years of service to the City of Yakima. Officer Diaz thanked the Council for their recognition. 5.B Consideration of letter to KIMA-TV MOTION: Potrykus moved and Berg seconded to have Councilmember Byers read the letter into the record and have Council sign it. The motion carried by unanimous consent. Councilmember Byers read the draft letter aloud. It expressed the City Council's appreciation to KIMA-TV for their dedicated service to the Yakima community. April 21, 2026 - Yakima City Council Meeting Minutes Page 1 of 6 21 6) Council Reports None. 7) Consent Agenda Mayor Brown referred to the items placed on the Consent Agenda, questioning whether there were any additions or deletions from Council members present. Item G was removed from the Consent Agenda. The City Clerk read the Consent Agenda items, including resolutions and ordinances, by title. (Items on the Consent Agenda are handled under one motion without further discussion-see motion directly below.) MOTION: Berg moved and Byers seconded to approve the consent agenda as read. The motion carried by a 7-0 roll call vote. 7.A Approve payment of disbursements for the period March 1 - 31, 2026 7.B 2026 1st Quarter Treasury Report 7.0 Resolution amending agreement with Geosyntec Consultants Inc. to support City's ongoing Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR) program and Disinfection Byproduct (DBP) Monitoring RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-050, A RESOLUTION authorizing a contract amendment to the DBP Monitoring Study and Ongoing ASR Program Support (City Contract No. 2020-075) in the amount of$445,000 for the ASR DBP Monitoring and Recharge Enhancement Project No. AC2506. 7.D Resolution declaring two refuse trucks rolling stock surplus and authorizing the City Manager to dispose of said property in a manner most beneficial to the City of Yakima RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-051, A RESOLUTION declaring certain rolling stock surplus and authorizing the City Manager to dispose of said property in a manner most beneficial to the City of Yakima. 7.E Ordinance amending the 2025-2026 Biennial Budget for the City of Yakima; and making appropriations from unappropriated fund balances in various funds for expenditures during 2026, including 2025 encumbrances (Second Reading) ORDINANCE NO. 2026-018, AN ORDINANCE amending the 2026 Budget for the City of Yakima; and making appropriations from Unappropriated Fund Balances within various funds for expenditure during 2026 for various purposes including 2025 encumbrances as described in the attached Schedule I. 7.F Ordinance amending Yakima Municipal Code Chapter 10.15 relating to fireworks permit fees ORDINANCE NO. 2026-019, AN ORDINANCE amending the City of Yakima Municipal Code Chapter 10.15 Fireworks as it relates to permit fees. 7.G Ordinance amending Yakima Municipal Code Chapter 11.62 Historic Preservation Ordinance for Special Valuation relating to appeal fees This item was removed from the consent agenda. April 21, 2026 - Yakima City Council Meeting Minutes Page 2 of 6 22 Items Removed from the Consent Agenda 7. G) Ordinance amending Yakima Municipal Code Chapter 11.62 Historic Preservation Ordinance for Special Valuation relating to appeal fees Planning Manager Trevor Martin clarified Councilmember Glenn's concern related to the proposed ordinance. The City Clerk read the ordinance by title only. MOTION: Berg moved and Byers seconded to approve item 7G and adopt the ordinance. The motion carried by a 6-1 roll call vote; with Glenn voting no. ORDINANCE NO. 2026-020, AN ORDINANCE amending the City of Yakima Municipal Code Chapter 11.62 Historic Preservation Ordinance for Special Valuation as it relates to fees. 8) Public Hearings None. 9) Department Items 9.A Yakima Police Explorers Presentation Yakima Police Lieutenant Ira Cavin and Officer Dulce Diaz introduced members of the Yakima Police Department Explorers program. Yakima Police Explorer Captain Dayanara Abundiz and Lt. Christian Sevao presented information about the law enforcement career exploration program for youth. They highlighted their focus on leadership skills, discipline, professionalism and community service engagements. They mentioned past participants who pursued law enforcement careers. 9.B Public Safety Update - Police Department Police Chief Shawn Boyle presented the first quarter update highlighting the Yakima Police Department's continued commitment to community public safety. Chief Boyle also provided 2024-2025 crime stats, current staffing levels and impact on overtime, and shared success stories resulting from the hard work of the dedicated YPD units. 9.0 Public Safety Update - Fire Department Fire Chief Aaron Markham presented the first quarter update highlighting significant fire and emergency incidents responded to and community risk reduction events conducted by the Yakima Fire Department. 9.D Resolution authorizing the establishment of a Law Enforcement Memorial Garden at the Yakima Police Department to honor fallen officer Sergeant Joseph Deccio and other members of law enforcement who have died in the line of duty Yakima Arts Commission Staff Liaison Erica McNamara and Police Sgt. Ilifonso Garcia briefed the Council on the proposed resolution authorizing city-owned property for the installation of public art in the form of a law enforcement memorial garden at the Yakima Police Department. The Yakima Arts Commission reviewed this proposal and recommended approval of the installation. The City Clerk read the resolution by title only. MOTION: Glenn moved and Byers seconded to approve the resolution. The motion carried by a 7-0 roll call vote. RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-052, A RESOLUTION authorizing the establishment of a Law Enforcement Memorial Garden at the Yakima Police Department to honor fallen officer Sergeant Joseph Deccio and other members of law enforcement who have died in the line of duty. April 21, 2026 - Yakima City Council Meeting Minutes Page 3 of 6 23 9.E Resolution amending the Master Fee Schedule setting Irrigation Rates for 2026- 2031 Water/Irrigation Manager Daniel Tiliano described the proposed resolution setting the irrigation rates for 2026-2031. The City Clerk read the resolution by title only. MOTION: Byers moved and Berg seconded to adopt the resolution. The motion carried by a 7-0 roll call vote. RESOLUTION NO. 2026-053, A RESOLUTION amending the Master Fee Schedule regarding annual rates and charges for irrigation rates for Operation and Maintenance and Capital Improvement Plan. 9.F Ordinance amending Yakima Municipal Code Title 5 Licenses and Business Regulations, Title 6 Public Safety and Morals, Title 8 Streets and Sidewalks, and Title 11 Buildings as it relates to regulatory licenses Supervising Code Inspector Julia Rosales briefed Council on the proposed ordinance. Staff identified several regulatory licenses that are not necessary and recommended that the licensing requirement be removed from the regulations. The City Clerk read the ordinance by title only. MOTION: Glenn moved and Potrykus seconded to pass the ordinance. The motion carried by a 7-0 roll call vote. ORDINANCE NO. 2026-021, AN ORDINANCE amending the City of Yakima Municipal Code Title 5 Licenses and Business Regulations, Title 6 Public Safety and Morals, Title 8 Streets and Sidewalks, and Title 11 Buildings as it relates to regulatory licenses. 9.G Ordinance amending Yakima Municipal Code Title 8 Streets and Sidewalks and Title 12 Development Standards Planning Manager Trevor Martin and Community Development Director Bill Preston briefed Council on the proposed ordinance related to Engineering permit fees. The City Clerk read the ordinance by title only. MOTION: Byers moved and Berg seconded to pass the ordinance. The motion carried by a 6-1 roll call vote; with Brown voting no. ORDINANCE NO. 2026-022, AN ORDINANCE amending the City of Yakima Municipal Code Title 8 Streets and Sidewalks and Title 12 Development Standards. 9.H Ordinance amending Yakima Municipal Code Title 5 Licenses and Business Regulations relating to business license fees Supervising Code Inspector Julia Rosales briefed Council on the proposed ordinance amending the business licensing chapter related to the removal of curb number painting and other housekeeping measures. The City Clerk read the ordinance by title only. MOTION: Glenn moved and Berg seconded to pass the ordinance. The motion carried by a 7-0 roll call vote. ORDINANCE NO. 2026-023, AN ORDINANCE amending the City of Yakima Municipal Code Chapter 5.52 Occupation Taxes-General. April 21, 2026 - Yakima City Council Meeting Minutes Page 4 of 6 24 9.1 Resolution amending the Master Fee Schedule related to permitting and licensing fees for Planning, Codes, and Engineering Planning Manager Trevor Martin briefed Council on the proposed resolution amending the Master Fee Schedule related to building permits and plan review fees, business and regulatory license fees, zoning, subdivision and land use fees, engineering permit application fee, and other housekeeping amendments. The City Clerk read the resolution by title only. MOTION: Glenn moved and Byers seconded to approve the resolution. The motion carried by a 7-0 roll call vote. RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-054, A RESOLUTION amending the City of Yakima Master Fee Schedule relating to Planning, Codes, and Engineering permitting and licensing fees. 9.J 2025 4th Quarter Financial Report Director of Finance & Budget Craig Warner presented the 2025 4th Quarter Financial Report and provided insight into the monitoring of General Fund revenue and expenses, indicating that the City has excess funds beyond the reserve threshold. He mentioned that the information is preliminary, and final calculations will be known after the annual audit is conducted later in 2026. Mr. Warner noted that the current policy for the reserve fund allows the City to be at a 12% level; however, cautioned that a reserve level below 15% can result in a reduced credit rating for bond purposes and should not be left at the 12% level permanently. He also indicated that additional one-time funds of approximately $450,000 became available due to the recent passage of utility tax increases dedicated to Fire Station 92, which releases some of the funds originally set aside for that purpose. The Council discussed at length intended uses for the newly available one-time funds. Current needs affecting the community include reopening park restrooms and pools, and operating Washington Fruit Community Center and Harman Center. After amendments and debate, the final version of the motion was considered. FINAL AMENDED MOTION: Glenn moved and Byers seconded to open the park restrooms at $141,000. The motion carried by unanimous vote. 10) City Manager Update 10.A Parks bathroom update This item was discussed as part of agenda item 9.J. 10.B Preview of upcoming topics City Manager Baker mentioned upcoming topics related to Code of Ethics and Principles of Conduct and an update on the Mill Site property. 11) Other Business MOTION: Gonzalez moved and Berg seconded to direct staff to prepare a Mental Health Awareness month proclamation to be placed on the May 12 agenda. The motion carried by unanimous vote. April 21, 2026 - Yakima City Council Meeting Minutes Page 5 of 6 25 12) Adjournment MOTION: Byers moved and Berg seconded to adjourn to the next City Council regular meeting on May 5, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers. The motion carried by unanimous vote. The meeting adjourned at 8:54 p.m. CERTIFICATION READ AND CERTIFIED ACCURATE BY COUNCIL MEMBER DATE COUNCIL MEMBER DATE ATTEST: NI= li.., CITY CLERK MAYOR 41C)4111% April 21, 2026 - Yakima City Council Meeting Minutes Page 6 of 6 26