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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/19/1978 Business Meeting 12 JUNE 19, 1978 The City Council met in session on this date at 8:00 P.M. at KYVE- TA% Studio, 1105 S. 15th Avenue, Yakima, Washington, Mayor Edmondson presiding, Council members Beauchamp, Buchanan, Lee, Sparling and Wbnder, City Manager Eastman and City Attorney Andrews present on roll call. Council member Hinman absent, having been previously excused. The Invocation was given by Council member Lee. Mayor Edmondson noted that audience participation and telephone calls from the public will be handled at the end of the meeting. She stated that as many questions as possible will be answered on the air and if time runs out all others that give their name and address will be answered by mail. She also stated that all questions will be answered or commented upon, except those that are of a personal, derogatory or obscene nature. Council member Wbnder questioned the Mayor's screening the calls and stated that all phone calls should be read and answered or given same response. He suggested that the T.V. station's staff do the screening of calls as to whether they are derogatory or obscene. Council members Sparling and Buchanan indicated they agreed with Councilman Wonder in that possibly the station could screen the calls. Council members Beauchamp and Lee indicated that they felt that anything pertaining to City government had been previously answered on the air and that the Mayor should screen calls that are of a personal nature or derogatory. After discussion it was MOVED by Wbnder, seconded by Sparling that personnel of the T.V. station screen the calls. Buchanan, Sparling and Wbnder voting aye on roll call. Beauchamp, Edmondson and Lee voting nay on roll call. No action was taken due to lack of a majority vote. Mayor Edmondson then referred to the items placed on the Consent Agenda questioning whether there were any additions or deletions fram either Council members or citizens present. The City Attorney then read the Consent Agenda including resolutions by title. It was MOVED by Wonder, seconded by Beauchamp that the Consent Agenda, as read, be passed: carried, Beauchamp, Buchanan, Edmondson, Lee, Spading and Wbnder voting aye on roll call. Hinman absent. (Subsequent paragraphs preceded by an asterisk (*) indicated items on the Consent Agenda to be handled under one motion without further discussion.) It was MOVED by Wbnder, seconded by Beauchamp that the minutes of June 12, 1978, having been duly certified accurate by two Council members and no one present wishing to have said minutes read publicly, be approved: carried, Beauchamp, Buchanan, Edmondson, Lee, Sparling and Worrier voting aye on roll call. Hinman absent. Mayor Edmondson stating that this is the first annual event of recognition of service given by City employees who continue to be in the City's service, based on the year 1977, explained that there are 31 awards to be given for 25 and 30 years of service. She stated also,1::there are a number of 5, 10, 15 and 20 year awards that will be given to the recipients within the next two weeks. She called on previous Mayors, Jack Larson and Bert Broad,to assist her in handing out the awards. There were 7 persons who have left the City service in 1977, sane retiring on disability, sane on service who served 25 each_forthe City. There are four 30-year awards and 20 other, 25 year awards of which 3 were for women. These awards were given as follows: 25 Year Awards Years 1. Gerald D. Olson (retirement) - Water/Sewer 29 2. Robert E. Hafner (retirement.) - Fire 27 3. Gene Bauman (retirement) - Street 25 4. Delvin Poehr (disability retirement) - Fire 25 5. Erwin Metzer (retirement.) - Police 25 6. James Scott (disability retirement) - Fire 25 7. Gerald T. Latham (retirement.) - Fire 26 13 JUNE 19, 1978 1977 SERVICE AWARDS - MEN 30 Years Service Years 1. James C. Morrison 33 2. Vergil W. Carl 31 3. Richard H. Clark 30 4. Harper Mbrrison, Jr. 30 25 Years Service 1. Glen Pleasant 29 2. Robert D. Laird 29 3. Ludwig B. Christensen 28 II/ 4. Dean H. Gaudette 5. Lee C. Willson 28 6. Joe Feist 28 7. Lloyd D. COpeland 27 8. Earl N. Perry 28 28 9. James C. Ives 26 10. Lawrence F. Klundt 26 11. Richard E. Harris 26 12. Stanley J. May 25 13. Glen R. Perkins 25 14. Eddie R. Lexa 25 15. Andrew D. Pleasant 25 16. James C. Fontaine 25 17. Wayne A. Dean 25 1977 SERVICE AWARDS - WOMEN 25 Year Awards YEARS Award Received 1. Helen E. More 26 25 2. Alice J. Bachison 26 25 3. Doris A. Hufferd 25 25 The matter of election of Mayor Pro-tem was brought up for discussion. It was MOVED by Wbrider that Jack Sparling he nominated. Councilman Sparling declined the nomination stating that he has not been a Council member very long. It was then MOVED by Sparling, seconded by Wonder that action on this matter be deferred for two weeks or until all 7 Council members are present: carried, Buchanan, Edmondson, Lee, Sparling, Nbnder and Beauchamp voting aye by voice vote. Hinman absent. Mayor Edmondson referred to the Resolution of Commendation and Appreciation for the services performed by Frank E. Frederick during his tenure as a member of the Citizens Task Force and the Human Relations Commission. Mt. Frederick, being present, Council member Lee read the Resolution in full and presented him with the Resolution. Mr. Frederick accepted the Commendation on behalf of himself and all other members who have served on these commissions. It was MIXED by Wonder, seconded by Lee that Resolution NO. D-3905 of Appreciation and Commendation for the services II/ performed by Frank E. Frederick be passed: carried, 'Edmondson, Tee, Sparling, Wbnder, Beauchamp and Buchanan voting aye on roll call. Hinman Absent. RESOLUTION NO. D-3905, A RESOLUTION of appreciation and commendation for the services performed by Frank E. Frederick during his tenure as a member of the Citizens Task Force and the Human Relations Commission. Cbuncil member Beauchamp absent at 8:30 P.M. and present after 9:00 P.M. Mayor Edmondson explained that the City of Yakima is to be divided into four districts for the next election of Council members. Carol Darby, Planning Director, stated that Don Skone, Associate Planner, has drawn up five different proposals for making the four districts. Don Skone explained in detail the boundaries of each of the five proposals and pointea them out on posted maps for the benefit of the Council and the public. He JUNE 1,9, 1978 xplained that in drawing up these proposals, they are as close to equal in population as possible and that the regular precinct boundaries were also followed. Carol Darby explained that there will be two public hearings — July 10th and 17th for the purpose of getting public input in the selection of one of the proposals. It was the concensus of the Council members that Council discussion on this matter will beheld when all Council members are present. 2 i It was MOVED by Wonder, seconded by Beauchamp that Resolution No. D-3906 authorizing payment of $70.00 to John Carr in settlement for a claim for damages filed with the City of Yakima be passed: carried, Beauchamp, Buchanan, Edmondson, Lee, Sparling and Wonder voting aye on roll call. Hinman absent. RESOLUTION NO. D-3906, A RESOLUTION authorizing payment of $70.00 to John Carr in settlement for a claim for damages filed with the City of Yakina. *It was MOVED by Wonder, seconded by Beauchamp that Resolution No. D-3907 requiring the abatement of fire hazards on certain property be passed: carried, Beauchamp, Buchanan, Edmondson, Lee, Sperling and Wonder voting aye on roll call. Hinman absent. RESOLUTION NO. D-3907, A RESOLUTION requiring the abatement of fire hazards on certain property, directing notice to property owners to abate such hazards and, in the alternative, authorizing abatanent.by the Fire Marshall. *It was MOVED by Wonder, seconded by Beauchamp that the final plat of Prestige Manor, located near 50th Avenue north of Summitview, be approved and that the Mayor be authorized to sign said plat; carried, Beauchamp, Buchanan, Edmondson, Lee, Sperling and Wonder voting aye on roll call. Hinman absent. *It was MOVED by Wonder, seconded by Beauchamp that approval of the Outside Utility requests be given for the following: Robert S. CaMpbell, 69th Avenue and Tieton Drive; Thanas B. Durrett, 1017 No 6th Avenue; and Sunfair Chevrolet, 1604 Terrace Heights Drive, carried, Beauchamp, Buchanan, Edmondson, Lee, Sparling and Wonder voting aye on roll call. Hinman absent. Council member Wonder explained that his partner is out of town and asked that his request for approval of an outside utilities book-up for property located at 4411 Englewood Avenue be continued to a later time. It was the general concensus of the Council members to continue this matter as requested. It was MOVED by Wonder, seconded by Beauchamp that July 10, 1978 be fixed as the time of hearing on the rezone request filed by Joseph Andrectti for property located at 305 No. 6th Avenue: carried, Beauchamp, Buchanan, Edmondson, Lee, Sparling and Wonder voting aye on roll calL Hinman absent. City Manager Eastman brought an off the Agenda item on for discussion. He explained that the City of Yakima has property on Fruitvale Boulevard, 3/4 acre, for which there is no forseeable use and for which there has been an offer to purchase. He asked for Council's direction - should staff proceed to investigate this offer or indicate that the City is not interested in selling at this time? AftPr discussion, it was moved by Buchanan, seconded by Sperling that the staff be asked to pursue this request and bring back information to the Council: carried, Lee, Sparling, Wonder, Beauchamp, Buchanan and Edmondson voting aye by voicelkrote. Hinman absent. City Manager Eastman referred to another off the Agenda item, carpeting for the Capital Theater. Newell Pock briefly reporting on this matter, stated that it has taken three months to complete this project working with John Nasham, Interior Decorators, and others in selection of the carpet. It is a'budgeted itanand he is requesting 'authorization to purchase the proposed carpet as reccmmended. It was MOVED by Lee, seconded by Buchanan that the recommendation to purchase the proposed carpet be accepted and authorization'be given to proceed with this project and bring JUNE 19, 1978 • back the proper legislation for Council approval: carried, Sparling, Wonder, Buchanan, Edmondson -and Lee voting aye by voice vote. Beauchamp temporarily absent. Hinman absent. Mayor Edmondson announced that now is the time Council will answer citizen calls alternating between them and any citizens present with questions. These calls received and persons present asking questions were answered as follows: Dolores Goodman stated that the Human Relations Oannission is holding its Annual Fellowship Potluck Dinner, MOnday, June 26, 1978 from 6:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M. and invited the Council to attend. Connie Nelson, telephone caller, asked what has been done about the petition II/ filed regarding volunteer personnel being told not to came back to the Senior Citizens Center. Mayor Edmondson this dson stated that is has been turned over to the staff to investigate and bring back to Council with a response. Council member Lee stated that more information is needed and that it will be presented at the Health Board Meeting. She suggested that Council defer any response until there is further investigation. Mr. Farmer, So. 24th Avenue, telephone caller, said thanks from senior citizens to Mr. Eastman for improving parking around Tarson Park. "Best job in 15 years." John Klingele, telephone caller, asked if domestic water would be used for irrigation of Council member Wonder's proposed development. Mr. Wonder stated that this is a personal matter and does not need an answer. Bob Myer, P.O. Box 2362, telephone caller, did not think Council time was an appropriate use of City time to present the awards. Council member Wonder stated he is proud to give these awards at this time. Council member Lee explained that the time is donated by KYVE T.V. - this was a public service and was a beautiful time to give these awards. Council member Beauchamp stated that these people are a part of the City business and it is very appropriate for then to be publicly recognized for their service. Mayor Edmondson stated what better use of time than to recognize those people that work for us. This will be an annual event and she is very proud that the Award Program was started this year. An anonymous caller - Council members should not use public time to argue but get on with business. Ernest Carl, 2612 Cascade Road, telephone caller, asked if the City Council will consider curtailing expenditures. Council member Lee cammented that the public should say in what particular area they would like expenditures to be curtailed. City Manager Eastman stated that to this date the budget expenditures are down 10% from this time last year. Council member Beauchamp indicated that the Council is interested in curtailing expenses and will endorse prudent spending. Bernard Sutley, 1517 So. 1st Avenue, being present, asked about getting the II/ County to participate in the Dust Abatement Program. Willis White, Public Works Director, stated that they are working with the County on a Dust Control Program. Patty Huff, telephone caller,, asked about funds for school crossings and lights for the east side of town as well as the $45,000 that went for school crossings and lights all on the west side of town except for one by Adams School. Willis White explained the projected program and the one that had already been done. An anonymous baseball fan, telephone caller, asked about enforcement of dog control, especially at Tarson Park. AnonyMous telephone caller, re the land sale discussed earlier on the Agenda and felt that there should be more preparation before bringing this to the attention of the Council., It was explained that this came to the City Manager within the last two days and not in time to get in the packets. It was merely brought to the attention of the Council to see if they would authorize staff to pursue this matter or indicate if they are not interested and that is what they did - authorize staff to bring back more information. 16 JUNE 19, 1978 ** There being no more t calls or questions in person it was MOVED by Sparling, seconded by Wonder that this meeting be adjourned at 9:30 P.M.: carried,Beuachmnp, Buchanan, Edmondson, Lee, Sparling and Wonder voting aye by voice vote. Hinman abs- RED AND CERTIFIED ACCURATE BY 1 Aaf • - 3 -727 • .r* CCtTNCILMAN ATTEST: - . 4111 , - PRYOR 2 69" CITY at Dr ** Inadvertently omitted: Items of information given to Council were: Letter to Frank E. Frederick; memo re school safety Committee; letter from Richard H. Clark, Captain, YPD; revised 'work program and activity calendar for Office of Community Relations; minutes of Police Relief & Pension Board meeting of 6-8-78; minutes of Fire Relief & Pension Board meeting of 6-12-78; corrected telephone listing dated 6-14-78; statute authority of State Auditor's Office; and AWC Membership Survey Results - 5/78. 17 This page inadvertently left blank. 1 18 This page inadvertently left blank. I/ 1