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OCTOBER 21, 1974
The City Council met in session on this date at 6:30 P.M. in
the Conference Room at Yakima City Hall.
1Council members present at the meeting were Mayor Bert Broad,
,Wray Brown, Betty L. Edmondson, Dick Jarms, W. K. "Pete"
Moore and Charles A. Rich.
' Herb West, Executive Director, Yakima County Commission on
!Alcoholism, discussed the need for a holding facility for alcoholics
'under the City-County detoxification program. In addition, he
;advised the Council of the need for transportation to bring indi-
viduals into the Detox Center and recommended that the Police
I/ ;Department perform that function. Judge Ray Munson
discussed
Ithese problems noting that there would be an immediate need by
;January 1, to decide on the facility arrangements for housing
alcoholics. The Alcoholism Commission recommended that the City
'jail facility be used in such a capacity. The City Manager expressed
the opinion that the transportation problems should be resolved
by the Commission inasmuch as the Police Department does not have
ithe man power or equipment to perform such a "taxi service".
IFurthermore the question of picking up alcoholics would require
'further negotiations with the Police Department, consequently
the question of facilities was the primary concern of the Council
at this time. Police Chief Jack LaRue discussed these issues
;noting that the Police Department's interpretation of the original
intent of the law for decriminalizing alcoholics was to relieve
the Police from performing pickup and delivery for detention. Se-
condly, the Chief noted that the Commission would have to defer
to the possibility of overruns in the County jail which might
!necessitate continued use of the City jail facilities. A require-
ment for access to the City jail has been stipulated in the pro-
!posed transfer of jail operations to the County. In summation,
the Chief believed that the new law eliminating alcoholics, as
'interpreted by the Commission, was simply changing the form of
Police procedures in this matter and not relieving the police
of the responsibility. He recommended that there should be a
Ifurther appraisal of this by both parties. The Council took
the matter under advisement for further study by City staff.
Police Chief Jack LaRue discussed the new Uniform Field Citation
'Pilot Program, wherein Yakima would institute a special program
of issuing citations for misdemeanors such as fighting, riotous
;conduct, shoplifting, profanity, minors in possession of liquor,
etc; instead of performing an arrest and booking procedures. This
would allow for more time in the field for officers and relieve
the police from conducting unnecessary and superfluous arrests.
The Council will be advised of - 0e progress of this program
over the next several months.
The Council reviewed the proposed landscaping of 16th and Tieton/16t
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and Nob Hill and concurred that a basic landscaping plan be con-
sidered as opposed to the more expensive plan presented. A revised
Icost estimate will be included in the Capital Improvement Program
for 1975.
;The Council reviewed the proposed agreement with the County
!Commission creating an Urban Yakima Area Joint Board and agreed
with its provisions. The next action is to transmit the pro-
'posed agreement to the County Commission for their review and
approval.
At lAt 8:00 P.M., the Council members moved into the Council Chambers
for the balance of the meeting, Mayor Broad presiding, Councilmen
Brown, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore and Rich, City Manager McMicken
and City Attorney Andrews present on roll call. Councilman
ISchussler being absent on roll call, and having requested
to be excused for the remainder of October, it was MOVED by
IRich, seconded by Moore that Councilman Schussler be excused
for the month of October: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson,
!Jarms, Moore and Rich voting aye by voice vote.
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The Invocation was given by Mayor Broad.
The minutes of the previous regular meeting of October 15,
1974, having been duly certified accurate by two Councilmen
and no one present wishing to have said minutes read publicly,
Mayor Broad declared said minutes approved as recorded.
The Council having appointed Mr. Dick Jarms to the position
vacated by Bill Whitaker at the previous Council meeting,
City Clerk Iris Litzenberger administered the Oath of Office
to Councilman Jarms at this time.
This being the time set for Hearing on an Appeal of the Planning
Commission's denial of a Rezone Application filed by Mr. Anthony
S. Sali, for property situated near Pecks Canyon Road below
Scenic Drive, Principal Planner Dick Hill reviewed the Planning
Staff Report and the Planning Commission Minutes dated August
1, 1974 and October 1, 1974, respectively. He noted that I/
the application has been before the Planning Commission on
two previous locations and that denial is recommended for
the following reasons:
1. The placement of such a facility at this time
on the fringe of the City without good access,
well defined, planned streets, and no sanitary
sewer service is premature development.
2. The problem of the remainder of the Planned
Development and its effect on adjacent pro-
perties is as yet unresolved. The applicant
has stated that he has no tentative plans for
the grassed area of this site. The Planning
Staff questions whether consideration has been
given to the what the effect of this structure
and its associated traffic will be on the agri-
cultural lands and residential developments
located above and around it.
Mr. Hill indicated that Mr. Sali requests construction of a
tennis complex on the 12 acre site, requesting a rezone from
R-1 to Planned Development to accomodate 9 outdoor tennis
courts, 4 indoor courts and indoor handball courts. He reviewed
the surrounding land use and zoning as discussed in the Staff
Report. He noted that access to the facility would be of
of Pecks Canyon Road and that the applicant requests the installation
of septic tanks. Mr. Hill described the details for the proposed
facility also discussed in the report. Mr. Jim Kennedy, representing
Mr. Sali, reported that in reviewing the Planning Commission
report he found no statement on environmental impact and requested
that such a statement be included in any future report in
order that the zoning will not be open to review by the courts.
He indicated that the statements would indicate that the proposed
Planned Development does not have adverse affects on the environment
in question. Mr. Kennedy requested that the Council return
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this matter back to the Planning Commission. The applicant,
Mr. Anthony S. Sali, being present, reviewed several requirements
of the Planned Unit Development Zone, noting that his proposal
fits in with the provisions for aesthetic use of the land.
He reported that the Tree Council had set up the landscaping
and reviewed the proposed landscaping with the use of a design
drawing. Mr. Sali stated that he would take whatever steps
necessary in order to see that the open space is maintained.
He discussed that fact that a water line does exist down the
property but that no sewer is provided and therefore requests
placement of septic tanks. Mr. Sali described the proposed
building as being 33,000 square feet and 40 feet high and
indicated that the building could be dropped another twenty
feet but that only two persons .will be able to see the complex.
Mr. Sali passed to Councilmen samples of the proposed fencing
and roofing material which will be used for the complex.
The Council acknowledged receipt of letters from the following
persons in favor of the proposed development: Mr. C. R. Sonnabend,
Mr. , and Mr. Thomas E. Dow. Letters in opposition were received
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from Mr. Ernest Falk and Mr. and Mrs. John G. Fairbrook.
IThose present and speaking in favor of the rezone request
were Mr. Don McGuinness, Mr. Joe Lindeman and Mr. Kent Smith.
1 Present and speaking in opposition were Mrs. Wanda Poole,
!Gary Smoot, Mrs. Gary Smoot, Helen Tweedy, Margaret Weber
and Mrs. Bohannon. Also present and speaking to this matter
were Mr. Bill Gandy, Mr. and Mrs. Ben Dover. Councilman Edmondson
iindicated she felt it to be a good project, but which in the
Jong run would not prove to be a good addition and could not
Iapprove a septic tank. In her opinion, the project is premature.
Mayor Broad stated he felt it to be a good development, but
not for those who would be viewing it from their residences
I/ l and indicated his considerations to be similar to those of
the Planning Commission. Councilman Jarms expressed concern
for those persons living in the area and protection for their
personal investments, stating opposition to the proposed development.
'After due discussion, it was MOVED by Brown, seconded by Moore
that the staff be directed to prepare legislature following
the recommendations of the Planning Commission for denial:
carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore and Rich voting
laye by voice vote. Schussler absent.
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This being the time set for the Hearing on an Appeal of the
IPlanning Commission's denial of a Rezone Application filed
by Mr. Robert L. Suver and Mr. Paul LaChance, for property
!along Naches Avenue at 6th Street between Yakima Avenue and
Lincoln Avenue, Principal Planner Dick Hill reviewed the Planning
Staff Report and Planning Commission Minutes dated August
.1, 1974, and September 3, 1974, respectively. He indicated
that the applicant requests a rezone from R-3 Multiple Family
1Zone to B-1 Modified Business Zone to accomodate location
of satellite services such as insurance offices, doctor and
dentist offices. He reported that the Planning Staff recommends
idenial of this request for the following reasons:
1. That the rezone is inconsistent with the
General Plan for the City of Yakima.
2. That the proposal is in direct opposition
to the concepts of the Central Business •
District Plan which discourages the un-
economical "sprawl" of commercial develop-
ment into the periferal areas of the Central
Business District.
3. That the rezone would nullify the positive
effect of the 40-foot parkway on Naches Avenue
which creates a natural buffer between the com-
mercial and noncommercial uses located in this
portion of the City.
4. That the area for which the rezone is sought
should remain classified as Multiple-Family
Residential to serve the needs of people -
desirous of living near the downtown area.
5. That the area is properly situated so as to
support continued improvement and redevelop-
ment as Multiple-Family Residential.
6. That sufficient commercial zoning already exists
in the downtown area and its immediate environ
to support future office development.
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The applicant, Mr. Bob Suver, being present, indicated that since
the last time this request was before the Planning Commission, the
Yakima Mall has been constructed and is situated just 90 feet from
the property in question. Mr. Robert Mills, 106 North 6th Street,
cited the number of elderly persons living in the area which could
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be served by offices located in this area. Mr. William Filcher,
1201 North Naches, spoke in favor of the proposed rezone, citing
the high cost involved in upkeep of the older homes in this location
and problems with meeting City Code requirements. Mr. Harry
;Whitehead, Attorney, spoke in favor, stating that'the existing
!buildings are deteriorating and an eyesore along Naches Avenue.
Mr. Zimmerman also spoke in favor, citing problems incurred with
;upkeep and maintenance of older property in light of rising taxes.
IThere was discussion by the Council regarding the easements of
IYakima Avenue as a natural buffer between the Central Business Dis- ;
itrict and the eastside residential area. Councilman Brown spoke in
! favor of rezoning the area north of Naches Avenue to B-1 inasmuch as
multiple-family dwellings will fit in and would compliment the
!downtown. Mayor Broad stated a desire to see the buffer line held.
'Councilman Moore spoke in favor of the rezone to B-1. Councilman
'Jams also spoke in favor of a rezone to B-1. Councilman Rich spoke
to the possibility of the Planned Development'Zone for the area in
;question. After due discussion, it was MOVED by Moore, seconded
by Rich that the Motion referring this matter back to the Planning
! Commission for a rehearing, be passed:. carried, Brown, Jarms,
Moore and Rich voting aye on roll call. Broad voting nay on roll
call. Edmondson nbt'vOting.
j MOTION, A MOTION requesting a rehearing by the Planning Commission
iof its denial of the rezone of property situated along Naches Avenue
and 6th Street between Yakima Avenue and Lincoln Avenue in the City
lof Yakima, Washington, from R-3, Multiple-Family Zone, to B-1,
Modified Business Zone.
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City Manager McMicken referred the matter of several Resolutions to
be considered in connection with the Downtown Redevelopment, to City
lAttorney Andrews, who explained the purpose of each.
It was MOVED by Rich, seconded by Edmondson that Resolution
,No. D-3197, initiating a parking and business improvement
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;area, be passed: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Jarms,
Moore and Rich voting aye on roll call. Schussler absent.
RESOLUTION NO. D-3197, A RESOLUTION of the City Council of the
City of Yakima, Washington, initiating a parking and business
!improvement area within the Central Business District of the City.
It was MOVED by Moore, seconded by Jarms that Resolution No. D-3198,
ISection 5., be amended to read "at 3:00 o'clock P.M. on the 12th
Iday of November, 1974": carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson,
!Jarms, Moore and Rich voting aye by voice vote. Schussler
absent. It was then MOVED by Moore, seconded by Jarms that Reso-
lution No. D-3198 be also amended to insert the words "City
!Clerk" in Section 6: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Jarms,
Moore and Rich voting aye by voice vote. It was then MOVED
by Brown, seconded by Moore that Resolution No. D-3198,
a Resolution of intention to create a Parking and Business
Improvement Area, be passed as amended: carried, Broad,
Brown, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore and Rich voting aye on roll
Icall. Schussler absent.
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It was MOVED by Rich, seconded by Brown that Resolution
INo. D-3199, Section 3, be amended to read "at 3:00 o'clock
P.M. on the 12th day of November, 1974": carried, Broad,
I Brown, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore and Rich voting aye by voice
vote. Schussler absent. It was then MOVED by Moore, seconded
by Jarms that Resolution No. D-3199, a Resolution of Inten-
1 tion to create a Local Improvement District, be passed
as amended: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore
and Rich voting aye on roll call. Schussler absent.
**(Resolution No. D-3199, bottom of page 197.)
*RESOLUTION NO. D-3198, A RESOLUTION of the Council of the
ICity of Yakima, Washington, declaring the intention of! the
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City Council to improve the downtown area of the City by the con-
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gtruction and installation of off-street parking facilities,
!improvements to pedestrian spaces, and general improvements
in such areas, declaring the intention of the City Council
to create a parking and business improvement area and fixing
a time, date and place for a hearing on this resolution
of intention.
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It was by Rich, sedonddd by Edmondson that Resolution
No. D-3200, Section 11, be amended to insert "3:00 o'clock
P.M. on the 12th day of November, 1974" and to insert the
Iwords "City Clerk" in Section 2: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson,
!Jams, Moore and Rich voting aye by voice vote. Schussler
'absent. It was then MOVED by Moore, seconded by Brown that
I Resolution No. D-3200, setting the date and calling for a
!Hearing on the Pedestrian Mall Plan, be passed as amended:
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' carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore and Rich voting
laye on roll call. Schussler absent.
1 RESOLUTION NO. D-3200, A RESOLUTION of the City Council of
the City of Yakima, Washington, providing for a public hearing
on the plan for establishment of off-street parking space,
improvements to pedestrian spaces and general improvements
to the Central Business District of the City.
Director of Management and Budget, Bob Hilsmann, briefly reviewed
the proposed Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Police
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'Patrolman's Association for 1975 and 1976, reporting an average
of 9.2 per cent salary increase. It was MOVED by Rich, seconded
by Moore that Resolution No. D-3201, authorizing the execution of
said agreement with the Yakima Police Patrolman's AssOciation,
be passed: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore
l and Rich voting aye on roll call. Schussler absent.
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'RESOLUTION NO. D-3201, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing
the City Manager and City Clerk of the City of Yakima to execute
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l a Collective Bargaining Agreement with Yakima Police Patrolman's
Association.
It It was MOVED by Edmondson, seconded by Rich that Resolution
No. D-3202, accepting a,revocable license from the Federal
Government relating to the Capitol Theatre premises, be passed:
carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore and Rich voting
!aye on roll call. Schussler absent. City Attorney Andrews
'explained that some old documents were found which give permission
for the theatre premises to encroach upon the post office
property with the theatre stairs and railing, which permission
should have been transferred to the City when the theatre
changed ownership.
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RESOLUTION NO. D-3202, A RESOLUTION accepting a revocable
!license from the Federal , Government for use of government
property adjacent to theCapitol Theatre Premises.
1City Manager McMicken indicated that Items No. 10, 11 and
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112 on the agenda would be deferred until a later date.
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A Damage Claim having been filed with the City Clerk on October
115. 1974, by Ernest E. Fierst, 910 South 30th Avenue, in the
l amount of $219.98 for damages to his vehicle by a City truck,
iit was MOVED by Edmondson, seconded by Rich that said Damage
Claim be referred to the City Manager and staff for study
and recommendation: carried, Brown, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore
l and Rich voting aye by voice vote. Broad and Schussler absent.
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RESOLUTION NO. D-3199, A RESOLUTION of the Council of the City of
Yakima, Washington, declaring the intention of the City Council to
improve the downtown area of the city by the construction and in-
stallation of off-street parking facilities, improvements to pedes-
trian spaces, and general improvements in such area; declaring the
'intention of the City Council to create a local improvement district,
and fixing a time, date and place for a hearing on this resolution
P f intention.
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;There being no further business to come before the Council,
it was MOVED by Moore, seconded by Rich that this be
!adjourned at 11:00 P.M., to Friday, October 25, 1974 at the
hour of 12:00 Noon, to then meet in the Flight Deck Restaurant:
icarried, Brown, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore, and Rich voting aye
!by voice vote. Broad and Schussler absent.
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At 10:45 P.M., it was MOVED by Brown, seconded by Rich that Mayor
1 Broad be excused for the remainder of the meeting: carried, Brown,
;Edmondson, Jarms, Moore,and Rich voting aye by voice vote. Schusslet
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' ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING - OCTOBER 25, 1974
1 The City Council met in session on this date at 12:00 Noon in the
!Flight Deck Restaurant.
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1 Councilmen present at the meeting were Mayor Bert Broad, Wray Brown,
IBetty L. Edmondson, W. K. "Pete" Moore, Charles A. Rich and Don
Schussler. Councilman Jarms absent.
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;Council members held general discussion on various city matters. No
formal action was taken at this meeting. _
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There being no further business to come before the Council, it was
. ;MOVED by Rich, seconded by Moore that we do now adjourn at the hour
of 1:30 P.M.: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Moore, Rich and
1 Schussler voting aye by voice vote. Jarms absent.
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