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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/20/1978 Business Meeting MARCH 20, 1978 737 The City Council met in session on this date at 6:30 PM at KYVE -TV Station, 1105 South 15th Avenue, Yakima, Washington. Council members present were Mayor Betty L. Edmondson, Henry Beauchamp, Don Hinman, Nadine Walker and Gordon Wonder. Council member Jack Sparling absent and excused. Mayor Edmondson stated there has been a resignation of Council member Ralph Holbrook and that the letter of resignation will be read -at the regular meeting at 8:00 PM, and there should be a motion at that time to accept the resignation. She will also be making an announcement regarding the method that Council wishes to use for selecting a replacement. There was discussion regarding the selection of a new Council member. Mayor Edmondson suggested m copies of the resumes previously received, for all Council membe as well as copies of any additional ones received prior to a set time for the Council to meet and consider these. Council member Wonder indicated that he feels resumes should be accepted up to the time set for discussion by the Council members. It was the consensus of the Council that they receive copies of the previous resumes, as well as new ones, and that a time be set on next Monday's study agenda to discuss this matter. Mayor Edmondson mentioned several workshops that have been scheduled for the coming week as follows: 1. Human Resources Planning Conference - Bellingham, March 21 -23. The Mayor is attending and will be back Thursday. 2. Housing - Community Development Block Grant Workshop - Richland, March 23, Thursday; Moses Lake - March 24, Friday. 3. SEPA Workshop - Kennewick; Tuesday, March 21, Wenatchee, Thursday, March 23. 4. Annual Housing Conference - Olympia, March 30 - April 1. 5. Growth Management Conference — Bellevue, April 26 -28. 6. NAARO- Housing - Portland, May 7 -10. Also the AWC Conference /Workshop, Yakima, June 10 -15. Persons are needed to serve on the Resolutions and Nominations Committees. Council member Walker agreed to serve on the nominating Committee and Council member Hinman agreed to serve on the Resolutions Committee. It was then MOVED by Walker, seconded by Wonder to go into Executive Session to discuss a Collective Bargaining matter and Item 4, listed on Study Session Agenda, regarding the Fisheries property at the Airport: carried, Beauchamp, Edmondson, Hinman, Walker and Wonder voting aye by voice vote. Sparling absent. Upon completion of the Executive Session, Council members mentioned the proposed evaluation of the City Manager and suggested that some time be set aside in the next study session to discuss this matter. It was noted that there was not time left in the Study Session to discuss the report on the 1976 Audit findings, and. it was suggested that this be discussed at the next Study Session on March'27, 1978. At 8:00 PM, the Council members moved into the KYVE -TV Studio for the balance of the meeting, Mayor Edmondson presiding, Council members Beauchamp, Hinman, WalJker and Wonder, City Manager Eastman and City Attorney Andrews present on roll call. Council member Sparling absent. It was MOVED by Hinman, seconded by Walker to excuse Councilman Sparling from this session: carried, Beauchamp, Edmondson, Hinman, Walker and Wonder voting aye by voice vote. Sparling absent. The Invocation was given by Council member Walker. • 738 MARCH 20, 1978 Mayor Edmondson then read the letter of resignation submitted by Ralph Holbrook, dated March 16, 1978, to be effective immediately. It was MOVED by Beauchamp, seconded by Wonder to accept Ralph Holbrook's resignation from the Council, effective immediately, with regrets, and to request the Mayor to send him a letter advising him that the Council will miss him and that he has done an excellent job for the City: carried, Beauchamp, Edmondson, Hinman, Walker, and Wonder voting aye by voice vote. Sparling absent. Mayor Edmondson stated that Council had briefly discussed this resignation during their Study Session and that it was the general consensus that since Council member Sparling is not here that Council will review the applications that were recently received and also any other applications any one wishes to submit at next Monday's Study Session at 1:30 PM. The deadline for. receiving , applicat - i'ons' and method of selecting a_Council member will be discussed April 3, 1978. Mayor Edmondson referred to the items placed on the Consent Agenda, questioning whether there were any additions or deletions from either Council members or citizens present. Councilman Wonder requested that Item #11 be removed from the Consent Agenda. It was the general consensus of the Council that the deletion of Item #11, as requested, be made. The City Clerk then read the Consent Agenda, including an Ordinance and Resolution, by title. It was MOVED by Walker, seconded by Wonder that the Consent Agenda, as read, be passed: carried, Beauchamp, Edmondson, Hinman, Walker and Wonder voting aye on roll call. Sparling absent. (Subsequent paragraphs preceded by an asterisk ( *) indicate items on the Consent Agenda to be handled under one motion without further discussion.) Councilman Wonder stated he was not present at the March 6, 1978 meeting, but was concerned about some of the statements made regarding the discussion pertaining to Council member Walker's request for a fact finding board, and wanted to make sure that that portion of the minutes is accurate. Council members Walker, Beauchamp and Mayor Edmondson indicated that they were. It was MOVED by Beauchamp, seconded by Walker that the minutes of March 6, 1978, having been duly certified accurate by two Councilmen and no one present wishing to have said minutes read publicly, be approved: carried, Beauchamp, Edmondson and Walker voting aye by voice vote. Council members Hinman and Wonder not voting. Mayor Edmondson reported that Sergeant Socha, endangered his life to save the life of another on February 22, 1978. The City Clerk then read Resolution No. D -3870 in its entirety, giving appreciation and commendation for the courageous and responsible action performed by Sergeant Socha. Mayor Edmondson then presented the Resolution to Captain Charlie Fritchie, on behalf of Sergeant Socha who was unable to attend this meeting. It was then MOVED by Walker, seconded by Hinman that Resolution No. D -3870, giving the appreciation and commendation for the courageous and responsible action performed by Sergeant Socha, be passed: carried, Beauchamp, Edmondson, Hinman, Walker and Wonder voting aye by voice vote. Sparling absent. RESOLUTION NO. D -3870, A RESOLUTION of appreciation and commendation for the courgeous and responsible action performed by Sergeant Socha. Dick Hilligus, Director of Parks and Recreation, gave a presentation on the proposed Chesterly Park Development. Chesterly Park is located at about 32nd Avenue and Mead, covering about 171 acres. He stated that the ORB Organization was the consultant in this matter. Referring to the plan, he indicated areas which would be developed into ball diamonds, playground areas, horseshoe and schuffle board areas, soccer field, jogging, physical fitness training area, tennis courts, public game court - multi - purpose, and picnic areas. He stated that the development of this park can be done in different stages. He reported that the Parks Commission has approved this plan and recommends adoption after a public hearing. The Parks Commission will now look at possible sources for funding- alternatives which are General Obligation Bonds, FRS, and the Federal Bureau of Outdoor Recreation. It is reported by ORB that the cost of the park will be approximately $840,000. Councilman Wonder expressed concern about the expense of this project, asking if anyone has committed any money. Mr. Hilligus stated that this project is currently on the "Wish" list. Mayor Edmondson stated that she understood 739 MARCH 20,, the Square Dancers have been looking for an'.' if any plans had been made t accommodate them. Mr. Hilligus reported that they had appeared before the Parks Commission with this request, and it can be incorporated into these plans. They do have the money. Councilman Wonder inquired about the cost of the Master Plan. Mr. Hilligus stated that the total cost of the Plan was $4,850 of which the Yakima Lions Club donated $1,050. Chief Jack LaRue reported to Council on the 1977 Yakima Police Department's Annual Report. Councilman Hinman was concerned about the statistics on the offenses against family and children, asking how many of these involved children. Chief LaRue stated that that statistic was not separated, but he could bring back a report on that after the Record Bureau has researched it. Councilman Beauchamp stated that he had heard reports about how the Police Department is stymied by trivia, and asked about those which are the greatest time wasters. Chief LaRue stated that since the Police Department is open 24 hours, they are on call for many non - criminal activities. He stated that principally they work on Class I offenses, and cleared some 28.8% of them -- the national average is at 21 %. He stated that there were a few programs which they would like to delete and will report on these in the near future. Chief LaRue stated that the succe of the On -Guard Program is one fact to consider in the increase of reported crimes. Willis White,- Public Works Director, stated that we are committed to submit the adopted plan for the West Valley Sewer Plan to DOE and EPA before March 30, 1978! He stated that the plan includes a method to recoup the City's $1 m illion through a late comer connection charge. There are some other policy issues for endorsement in this plan, i.e., outside utility agreement and septic.tank installation - endorsement for dry sewer lines if septic tank installed. Mayor Edmondson stated that this issue has been presented to the Joint Urban Board and the Regional Planning Commissionhe Yakima Planning Commission, and to the City Council at a previous study session. It was MOVED by Wonder, seconded by Walker that Resolution No. Di3871, adopting the West Valley Sewer Plan and the method of financing, be passed. Councilman Wonder gave a brief report and explanation of the plan. He stated that the City will be providing sewer service outside the City Limits. When the new users hook up to the sewer, they will pay a connection charge, in addition to any LID charges. In this way, the City will recoup their outlay of funds. The City will be able to annex that property if so desired. City Manager Eastman explained the outside utility agreement and the alternatives to annexation. After further discussion about requesting the County to endorse the dry sewer lines for septic tank users, the question was called on the motion made earlier: Beauchamp, Edmondson, Hinman, Walker and Wonder voting aye on roll call. Sperling absent. RESOLUTION NO. D -3871, A RESOLUTION approving and adopting a West Valley Sewer Comprehensive Pan. City Manager Eastman reported that the Yakima Center has notified us that they have purchased a set of flags. He also reported that staff has been in contact with the American Legion Auxiliary who had requested flags for the CBD area. Larry Wright, Principal Planner, reported that he and two representatives from the American Legion Auxiliary for Logan Wheeler Post 36, Mary Gamey and Evelyn Keagle, toured arid_inspected the area where they wished the flags to be installed, resulting in the following recommendations: 1. Provisions for placement of three flags per block face (30 total). 2. Areas to be flagged are: A. Yakima Avenue - 1st Street to Naches B. 3rd Street - "B" Street to Walnut C. 1st Street - East side, "B" Street to Walnut 3. Sidewalks would be drilled and sleeves (with caps) inserted for standards - keeping the flags as upright as possible. 740 MARCH 20, 1978 4. Materials'would include: A. 4 x 6 foot nylon wool, 2 x 2 ply flag (sewn stars, double stitched stripes, and triple stitched fly end). B. 16' x 11/4" (two piece) gilt steel pole with eagle C. Curb sockets with brass caps The cost of this project will be approximately $3,000. Mary Gamey, President of the American Legion Auxiliary for Logan Wheeler Post 36, stated that she was pleased with the City's cooperation in this matter. She stated that they would like a permanent flag pole in the grassy area in the 2nd Street Plaza,whicb could be dedicated to all Veterans. The cost of this project would be assumed by the Veterans organization. She also stated that they would like to be responsible for the placing of flags for the various occasions. Mayor Edmondson stated that it is the responsibility of the Chamber of Commerce presently, and they contract to the Boy Scouts. She suggested that they contact the Chamber of Commerce. Councilman Wonder stated that he would like to make sure that we have continuity of flags down Yakima Avenue, and also on both sides of 1st Street. Mr. Wright stated that the new holders will hold the flags upright and those on the meters are tilted. It was MOVED by Wonder, seconded by Hinman to instruct staff to take care of the administration of the flags and let Council make a policy that we want flags in the downtown district and to let them work with the Veterans organizations and to authorize up to $4,000 expenditure. Council members outlined the areas to be flagged, following staff's recommendations with the addition of putting flags on both sides of 1st Street, "B" Street to Walnut and carrying the continuity of flags on Yakima Avenue from Naches Avenue to South 7th Avenue. The question for the vote on the motion was called: carried, Beauchamp, Edmondson, Hinman, Walker and Wonder voting aye by voice vote. Sparling absent. *It was MOVED by Walker, seconded by Wonder that Resolution No. D-3872, authorizing the sale of real property held by Local Improvement Guaranty Fund to the and Recreation.Capital Fund, be passed: ..carried, Beauchamp, Edmondson, Hinman, Walker and Wonder voting aye on-roll call. Sparling absent. • RESOLUTION NO. D-3872, A RESOLUTION authorizing the sale of real property held by 641-Local Improvement Guaranty Fund to 331-Parks and Recreation Capital Fund, and repealing Resolution No.-D-3712: , . *It was MOVED by Walker, seconded by Wonder to approvethe,final plat ,of Hamilton Park Addition #6 and authorize the Mayor to sign said plat: carried, Beauchamp, Edmondson, Hinman, Walker and Wonder voting aye on roll call. . Sparling absent. It was MOVED by Walker, seconded by Wonder that the outside utility requests filed by L.F. West, for water and sewer service for three duplexes located in the vicinity of South 1st Avenue and Pierce Street; First Church the-Nazarene for water and sewer services-for-a church, an educational.facility and a multi-purpose building to be located.in the vicinity of No. 40th and Englewood Avenues; and Rene Gamache for sewer service for 1212 So. 41st Avenue, be approved: carried, Beauchamp, Edmondson, Hinman, Walker and Wonder voting aye on roll call. Sparling absent. It was MOVED by Walker, seconded by Wonder that Ordinance No. 2164, fixing the time of delinquency and providing for the issuance of bonds for the payment of the unpaid portioncof No. 1012, 65th Avenue Sewer District, be passed: carried, Beauchamp, Edmondson, Walker and Wonder voting aye on roll call. Sparling absent. ORDINANCE NO. 2164, AN ORDINANCE fixing the time of the delinquency of installment of assessments levied for the payment of the cost of the improvement in local Improvement District No. 1012, and providing for the issuance of bonds with coupons attached for the payment of the unpaid portion thereof. MARCH 20, 1978 7 41 *A report from the Planning Commission having been received, it was MOVED by Walker, seconded by Wonder to fix the time of hearing for April 10, 1978, for a request filed by C.A. Enright and Dale York, to amend an existing Planned Development: carried, Beauchamp, Edmondson, Hinman, Walker and Wonder voting aye on 'roll call. Sparling - absent. It was MOVED by Walk seconded by Wonder that the petition for annexation filed by Thunderbird Motor Inn of Yakima, beine"Petition No. 918, be approved as meeting the requirements ;of - law and that petition be referred to the City Manager and Planning' Commission 'study and recommendation; and that 17, 1978 be set as the date'for public hearing by the City Council on this carried; Beauchamp, Edmondson; Hinman, Walker - and Wonder voting aye on roll calls Sperling absent. Reverend Joe Denman stated that several - ministers in the Community met to disc their concerns regarding UDAG proposal. The following Ministerial Resolution, read by Reverend was the result of'that meeting. MINISTERIAL RESOLUTION - - TO: MEMBERS OF THE YAKIMA CITY COUNCIL Ladies'and Gentlemen, .. _ _ • We, the undersigned ministers of the Southeast Community; in behalf of the general'well -being of our community, causes and establishes document: - BE IT RESOLVED THAT, We believe the right to private ownership, the right to willingly convey, the quiet enjoyment and use of real property is'a fundamental American principle; We believe in and'support - progress, and believe that we" have a voice i4formulating such plans for the matter of a proposed plan for the redevelopment of the Southeast - area we should begin at base zero with a new consultant who is willing to work both with the City Council and the people of our area; We believe the use of Eminent Domain powers for the condemnation of private property is undesirable and in cases, and should be used only in very special cases, such as: Public railroads, highways, hospitals and schools and then, with the majority consensus of those directly effected, and only if there are no other options, that ' citizens regardless of ethnic or 'Socio-economic status have the right to be consultedlabout matters possessing the capability of upsetting their' roots; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT,' We support the City Council - - of - Yakima in obtaining and making available to commercial banks or lending institutions low- interest, guaranteed insured, loans to citizens in poor areas, with incomes of $18,000 or less, where they may improve and beautify'their own properties;" to the City's uniform Building Code; • MOREOVER, BE IT RESOLVED THAT, We shall vigorously any redevelopment with the use Domain powers except in areas where are vacant 'unimproved owners are FINALLY, We recommend that our City Council adopt this RESOLUTION Procedtural ' Policy. 742 MARCH 20, 1978 Reverend Denman stated the ministers of the churches in the Southeast Community can be considered leaders of the community, and when Council wants to meet with leaders of the community, they should contact the ministers. He stated that they realize the City has domain powers, however, to use it wrongly is inhuman. After discussion, it was the general consensus .of the Council to take this Resolution under advisement and make a determination on it. Mayor Edmondson announced that now is the time Council will answer citizen telephone calls, alternating between them and citizens present with questions. Lester Eaton, telephone caller, questioned the status of River Road LID and stated he does not want to join the City. City Manager Eastman stated that Council had adopted a program where 75% of the assessed valuation of property have;to sign outside utility agreements. The 75% figure has not been reached and before bids are awarded, Council will receive information on the percentage. Staff was instructed to proceed with this project on the basis of 75% of signed outside utility agreements being received. An anonymous caller questioned if Mead was going to be repaired after the work on the West Valley Interceptor is completed. Mr. White stated that the road will be fixed like it was before. Dolores Goodman, 102 So. 6th Street, stated that she would like to be added to the list of Southeast Community leaders to be notified of any meetings pertaining to matters involving that area of the City, as she is a member of the NAACP. John Klingele, a citizen, questioned how the Mayor Pro -Tem position is going to be assigned, now that Councilman Holbrook resigned, and also had a question about possible deletion of the irrigation system. Mayor Edmondson stated that Council will discuss the appointment of a Mayor Pro -Tem at their next meeting. City Manager Eastman stated that staff is preparing a report on the increase for the City's high level storage capacity. He also stated that we are not undertaking any recommendation that would combine the irrigation and domestic water systems. An anonymous caller asked if there were any plans in Yakima to have a Comprehensive Bike Plan. Councilman Walker stated that the City already has a Comprehensive Bike Plan with several streets that are designated as bike routes. Mayor Edmondson suggested that if the caller has any more questions, they should contact Mr. Hilligus, Director of Parks & Recreation. An anonymous caller asked how far the West Valley Interceptor sewer will go and will there be any minorities working on that job. Herb Mayer, City Engineer, stated that the sewer will go out to 82nd Avenue, and the contract requires minority involvement. An anonymous caller questioned if FRS money is going to be used for small minority groups such as a public welfare fund for downtown development. Councilman Wonder stated that FRS monies are going to be used in the downtown development, which is benefitting the entire City. Mayor Edmondson stated that the money generated from the downtown helps support several City departments. She also named various projects or organizations which were allocated FRS monies. Councilman Beauchamp stated that the businesses are paying a healthy chunk of money themselves to help pay for that redevelopment. An anonymous caller asked how much the annual salary is for a Council member. Councilman Hinman stated that it would be approximately $1300 a year. Mayor Edmondson reported that Council members are paid $25 per meeting, not to exceed $325 per quarter. Councilman Wonder stated that he thought it should be increased. He also asked the Mayor what her salary is, stating that the public might be interested in knowing that too. Mayor Edmondson stated that the salary of the Mayor is $705 per month, to pay expenses incurred with duties required of the Mayor. • 743 • MARCH 20, 1978 There being no further - business to come before the Council, it was MOVED by Hinman, seconded by Walker to adjourn this meeting at the hour of 10:00 PM: carried, Beauchamp, Edmondson, Hinman, Walker and Wonder voting aye by voice vote. READ AND' CERTIFIED ACCURATE' BY // i � �z -C /�.� - :- DATE :4/ COUNCIL ����,� rr DATE CoUNC ATTEST:' CITY 'CLEF • f MAYOR ., •