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BUSINESS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
YAKIMA, WASHINGTON
AGENDA STATEMENT
Item No. 7.A.
For Meeting of: July 21, 2026
ITEM TITLE: Approval of minutes from the July 7, 2026 City Council regular
meeting
SUBMITTED BY: Rosalinda Ibarra, City Clerk
SUMMARY EXPLANATION:
ITEM BUDGETED:
STRATEGIC PRIORITY 24-25:
RECOMMENDATION:
ATTACHMENTS:
Minutes 07-07-2026 draft
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YAKIMA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
July 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 regarding pending litigation pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(i)
MOTION: Berg moved and Byers seconded to adjourn to Executive Session to
discuss pending litigation pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(i), until 5:30 p.m. The
motion carried by unanimous vote. Mayor Brown announced that Council is expected take
further action following executive session.
Present for Executive Session: Mayor Matt Brown, Assistant Mayor Reedy Berg, and
Councilmembers Patricia Byers, Rick Glenn, Felisa Gonzalez, Juliet Potrykus and Leo Roy
Executive session was held at 5:16 p.m. and adjourned at 5:23 p.m.
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
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 Nate Montgomery who announced interpreter services are
available in Spanish.
4) Public Comment
The following individuals provided remarks about Council's recent action on the Flock
cameras contract and encouraged funds to be reallocated to community programs:
Noemi Sanchez (City resident), Andreina Rangel (County resident), Zachary Galland
(City resident), Michael Morrison (City resident), Silvia Leija (City resident), Jessica
Muoth (City resident), Amanda G (City resident), Alexia Wanochek (County resident),
Stephen Eggleston (County resident), and Cole Brown (City resident).
Judy Sinclair (City Resident), Mike Kay (City resident) and Commissioner Kyle Curtis
spoke about funding reductions to Camp Hope.
Debra Yergen (City Resident) and Jill Armstrong (County resident) expressed gratitude
to the organizers and participants of America's 250th anniversary parade and festivities.
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Anne Knapp (City Resident) stated concerns related to a Trolley grant application.
Tony Courcy (City resident) spoke about handicap ramps and crosswalks at a couple of
intersections.
5) Open Discussion for the Good of the Order
5.A Recognition of retiring Yakima Valley Tourism President and CEO John Cooper
City Manager Vicki Baker recognized Yakima Valley Tourism President and CEO
John Cooper for his retirement and thanked him for his years of service in the
tourism industry.
5.B Introduction and Administration of Oath of Office to Interim Fire Chief Thomas
Huntington
City Manager Baker introduced Thomas Huntington as the newly appointed
Interim Fire Chief, effective July 6, 2026.
City Clerk Ibarra administered a ceremonial oath of office to Interim Fire Chief
Thomas Huntington.
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 7J 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 Approval of minutes from the June 9, 2026 and June 16, 2026 City Council
regular meetings
7.B Resolution authorizing an amendment to Equitable Sharing Agreement and
Certification with the United States Department of Justice
RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-095, A RESOLUTION amending an Equitable Sharing
Agreement and Certification with the United States Department of Justice.
7.0 Resolution authorizing an agreement with MBI Construction Services Inc. for the
Public Works Wash Bay Enclosure Project 2857
RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-096, A RESOLUTION authorizing an agreement with
MBI Construction Services Inc. for the Public Works Wash Bay Enclosure Project
2857.
7.D Resolution accepting Change Order No. 1 with Ascent Foundation & More LLC
for the Stormwater System Spot Improvements Project SW2832
RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-097, A RESOLUTION accepting Change Order No.
1 to City Contract 2025-163 with Ascent Foundation & More LLC for Project
SW2832 Stormwater System Spot Improvements.
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7.E Resolution authorizing a contract with Interwest Construction, Inc. for the Industrial
Waste Force Main Replacement at the Wastewater Treatment Facility Project WF2715
RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-098, A RESOLUTION authorizing a contract with
Interwest Construction, Inc. for Project WF2715 Industrial Waste Force Main
Replacement at the Wastewater Treatment Facility.
7.F Resolution authorizing an agreement with Interwest Construction Inc. for the 88th
Avenue Apple Valley Elementary Sidewalk Improvements Project 2800
RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-099, A RESOLUTION authorizing an agreement with
Interwest Construction Inc. for the 88th Avenue Apple Valley Elementary
Sidewalk Improvements, Project No. 2800.
7.G Resolution authorizing the conditional settlement agreement to settle the lawsuit
brought by the Estate of Amber M. Rodriguez, deceased, E.E.H, a minor child;
and L.E.H, a minor child
RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-100, A RESOLUTION authorizing the conditional
settlement agreement to settle the lawsuit brought by the Estate of Amber M.
Rodriguez, deceased, E.E.H, a minor child; and L.E.H, a minor child.
7.H Resolution ratifying and approving the City Manager's execution of a reimbursable
grant agreement with the Washington State Office of Public Defense
RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-101, A RESOLUTION ratifying and approving the
City Manager's execution of a grant agreement with the Washington State Office
of Public Defense accepting the terms and conditions for a reimbursable grant for
2026-2027.
7.1 Resolution authorizing a Professional Services Agreement with HLA Engineering
and Land Surveying, Inc. for the Water System Plan Update
RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-102, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager
of the City of Yakima to execute a Professional Service Agreement between the
City of Yakima and HLA Engineering and Land Surveying, Inc. for preparation of
the City's Water System Plan Update.
7.J Resolution authorizing an amendment to the City's current contract with CWA.
Inc. for Yakima-Ellensburg Commuter Services
This item was removed from the Consent Agenda.
7.K Resolution authorizing a contract with J.U.B. Engineers, to perform contract
management services for Runway Rehabilitation of Crosswind Runway 4-22,
Yakima Air Terminal - McAllister Field (FAA/PFCs)
RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-104, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager
to execute an agreement between J-U-B Engineers, Inc. and the City of Yakima
for Runway 4/22 Construction Management Services for the Yakima Air Terminal
- McAllister Field.
7.L Resolution authorizing a contract with Interstate Concrete to perform construction
services for Runway Rehabilitation of Crosswind Runway 4-22, Yakima Air
Terminal-McAllister Field. (FAA/PFCs)
RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-105, A RESOLUTION authorizing the award and
contract with Interstate Concrete &Asphalt for the Rehabilitation Legacy Crosswind
Runway 4/22 Construction at the Yakima Air Terminal - McAllister Field.
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7.M Ordinance amending the City of Yakima Municipal Code Section 2.20.060 Salaries
ORDINANCE NO. 2026-026, AN ORDINANCE amending the City of Yakima
Municipal Code Section 2.20.060.
7.N Ordinance amending the City of Yakima Municipal Code Section 2.20.085 Salaries
ORDINANCE NO. 2026-027, AN ORDINANCE amending the City of Yakima
Municipal Code Section 2.20.085.
Items Removed from the Consent Agenda
7.J Resolution authorizing an amendment to the City's current contract with CWA.
Inc. for Yakima-Ellensburg Commuter Services
Transit Manager Jim Hogenson briefed Council on the resolution noting that
proposed increases are covered with grant funding and partnerships with the cities
of Ellensburg, Selah, and Central Washington University.
The City Clerk read the resolution by title only.
MOTION: Potrykus moved and Byers seconded to adopt the resolution. The
motion carried by a 7-0 roll call vote.
RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-103, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager
to amend the City's current contract with CWA, Inc. for Yakima-Ellensburg
Commuter Services.
8) Public Hearings
8.A Public hearing to consider: A) Resolution adopting the Six-Year Transportation
Improvement Program for the period of 2027 through 2032, and to amend the
2040 Transportation System Plan; and B) Resolution amending the Yakima
Comprehensive Plan Capital Facilities Element
City Engineer Robert Washabaugh presented the City of Yakima's proposed
2027-2032 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and the
Transportation Systems Plan 2040. He identified and described the various
transportation projects listed for which state gas tax or federal revenue can be
used or applied for.
Council members discussed at length the Naches River Bridge Repair and the 6th
Avenue Roadway Improvements projects as they relate to funding for the trolley
infrastructure improvements, Trolley operations, and bridge ownership. It was
noted that Council previously allowed the Trolley organization time to raise funds.
Mayor Brown opened the public hearing. The following individuals provided
comments: Tony Courcy and Anne Knapp. With no one else coming forward or
calling in to speak, Mayor Brown closed the public hearing.
After extensive Council discussion,
MOTION: Glenn moved and Potrykus moved to remove the Naches River
Bridge from the Transportation Improvement Program [remove page 14]. The
motion passed by a 4-3 roll call vote; with Byers, Gonzalez, and Roy voting no.
MOTION: Glenn moved and Berg seconded to direct the City Manager to
verify ownership of the Naches River Bridge. The motion passed by a 6-1 vote;
with Gonzalez voting no.
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MOTION: Potrykus moved and Berg seconded to amend the TIP to specify
that no City funds shall be used for trolley track infrastructure consistent
with Council's previous direction regarding TBD funds, this does not apply
to donated specific funds or Council approved funds. The motion passed by
a 4-3 roll call vote; with Byers, Gonzalez, and Roy voting no.
MOTION: Berg moved and Glenn seconded to adopt both resolutions as
amended. The motion passed by a 5-2 roll call vote; with Byers and Gonzalez
voting no.
The City Clerk read both resolutions by title only.
RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-106, A RESOLUTION adopting the Six-Year
Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for the period of 2027 through 2032
for transportation improvements to arterial streets in the City of Yakima and
amending the 2040 Transportation System Plan.
RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-107, A RESOLUTION to amend the Yakima
Comprehensive Plan Capital Facilities Element to incorporate the Six-year
Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for the period of 2027 through 2032.
9) Department Items
9.A Resolution authorizing Right of Way Use Permit Application RL260006 for Minado
Buffet Inc at 501 N Front St
City Engineer Robert Washabaugh briefed the Council on the proposed resolution
requesting approval to place used cooking oil containers in the right of way at 501
N Front Street.
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. R-2026-108, A RESOLUTION authorizing the issuance of a
right-of-way use permit to allow a grease trap for Minado Buffet Inc.
10) City Manager Update
10.A Preview of upcoming topics
City Manager Baker talked about the County Commissioner's decision regarding
their funding reduction to Camp Hope and the potential public safety impacts that it
will have on homelessness issues in the city. Council members commended Camp
Hope for the services they provide and voiced concerns about the County's
transparency in the decision-making process and the lack of a proper transition plan
for the individuals that will be displaced. City Manager Baker stated Commissioner
Curtis will be invited to an upcoming meeting to discuss the matter further.
After Council discussion,
MOTION: Glenn moved and Byers seconded that the city allocate up to $50,000
from whatever sources deemed available or appropriate to contribute to Camp
Hope to keep them going while they search for a longer term solution. The
motion carried by unanimous vote.
MOTION: Brown moved and Berg seconded that the Yakima City Council adopt
a motion of no confidence in the Yakima County Board of Commissioners
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Homeless Housing and Assistance Program funding allocation for the 2027-
2028 biennium, specifically the reduction imposed on Camp Hope from the
$600,000 to the $130,000 and direct the City Manager to transmit this motion to
the Board of County Commissioners. The motion carried by unanimous vote.
11) Other Business
MOTION: Brown moved and Roy seconded to direct staff to prepare, within 90
days, an ordinance codifying Washington's ALPR protections, Laws of 2026
Chapter 239, into the Municipal Code for all Flock camera systems operating in
the City, plus a companion resolution asking the County Commissioner's to adopt
matching rules. The motion carried by a 5-2 roll call vote; with Glenn and Potrykus
voting no.
MOTION: Glenn moved and Byers seconded to add a discussion of legislative
priorities in early August and invite legislators. The motion carried by unanimous vote.
12) Adjournment
MOTION: Byers moved and Glenn seconded to adjourn to the next City Council
regular meeting on July 14, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers.
The motion carried by unanimous vote.
The meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m.
CERTIFICATION
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