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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/07/1996 Business Meeting 14 CITY OF YAKIMA, WASHINGTON MAY 7, 1996 BUSINESS MEETING 1. ROLL CALL The City Council met in session on this date at 2:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers of City Hall, Yakima, Washington, Mayor Lynn Buchanan, presiding. Council Members Clarence Barnett, Henry Beauchamp, Ernie Berger, John Klingele, John Puccinelli, and Bernard Sims present on roll call. City Manager Zais, Assistant City Attorney Harvey, and City Clerk Roberts also present. 2. INVOCATION /PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Council Member Barnett. 3. OPEN DISCUSSION FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER A. PROCLAMATIONS (IF APPLICABLE) Council Member Klingele read a proclamation declaring the week of May 6 -10, 1996, as Celebrate Construction Week. John Jewett, District Manager of Central Washington Association of General Contractors, accepted the proclamation. Mayor Buchanan read a proclamation declaring May 13 -17, 1996, as Try Transit Week. Wayne Parsley, Transit Driver of the Year, and Bill Schultz,' Transit Manager, accepted the proclamation. Council Member Berger read 'a proclamation declaring the week of May 5 -11, 1996, as Yakima Valley Tourism Week. Barbara Glover accepted the proclamation. Council Member Puccinelli read a proclamation declaring May 8, 1996, as Olympic Torch Relay Day. Greta Bryan accepted the proclamation and described the route the torch will pass. She presented Mayor Buchanan with a T -Shirt in honor of this event. Mayor Buchanan read a proclamation declaring Saturday, May 11, 1996, as Letter Carrier Food Drive Day. He urged all citizens to participate in this worthy event to help the less fortunate in this community. , Larry Decker accepted the proclamation. 4. CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Buchanan referred to the items placed on the Consent Agenda, questioning whether there were any additions or deletions from either Council .members or citizens present. It was the general consensus of the Council to remove Items Nos. 10, 21, and 26 from the Consent Agenda. There was a citizen request to remove Item No. 15 from the Consent Agenda. The City Clerk then read the Consent Agenda items, including resolutions and ordinances by title. It was MOVED MAY 7, 1996 15 BY SIMS, SECONDED BY BEAUCHAMP, THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA, AS READ, BE ADOPTED. The' motion ''.carried by unanimous roll call vote. (Subsequent paragraphs preceded by an asterisk ( *) indicate items on the Consent Agenda handled under one motion without further discussion.) *5. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF MARCH 12, APRIL 9, AND APRIL 23, 1996 ADJOURNED MEETINGS, APRIL 16, 1996 BUSINESS MEETING AND SPECIAL MEETING, .AND FEBRUARY 20, 1996 ADJOURNED JOINT MEETING The minutes of the March 12, April 9, and April 23, 1996 Adjourned meetings, April 16, 1996 Business meeting and Special meeting, and February 20, 1996 Adjourned Joint meeting were approved, having been duly certified accurate by two Council members and no one present wishing to have said minutes read publicly. 6. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION A. APPEARANCE BY PAUL SCHAFER REGARDING PROPOSAL TO CHANGE YAKIMA AIR TERMINAL NAME Paul Schafer, 2606 Tieton Drive, requested the name of the Yakima Air Terminal be changed to the Yakima Air Terminal at McAllister Field. He urged the Council to cooperate with Yakima County during this process and distributed several informational handouts about Charlie McAllister from various groups in honor of his outstanding contributions to the aviation field. He also submitted a petition in support of this proposal. Mr. Schafer introduced Jack Williams, Richard Gagnier, Elsie Gregorich, Mick. Mercy, and Mrs. Mike Mercy, who spoke in support' -of :: th'e' request. After a brief discussion about the request and an upcoming meeting with Yakima County concerning this issue, it was MOVED BY BARNETT, SECONDED BY PUCCINELLI, TO TAKE THE APPROPRIATE STEPS AND MEET WITH THE COUNTY TO DEVELOP THE RESOLUTION. There was continued discussion about the request. Robert Card, 1602 E. Beech, discouraged the Council from changing the name because of others who have contributed to the community. The question was called for a vote on the motion. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. B. APPEARANCE BY SKIP SEMON REQUESTING RECONSIDERATION OF FOREIGN TRADE ZONE Skip Semon, 121 E. Yakima Avenue, requested the Council reconsider the vote against continuing support for the Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ). He recognized the many people who have also worked on this effort. He provided a historical review of the FTZ establishment process which began in 1992. He pointed out the FTZ has actually only been in business for one year, and since that time, there has been several significant changes within the structure of the organization. Mr. Semon pointed out a new plan has been developed and feels the FTZ is an economic generator and a tool for economic diversification within the area. He referenced several letters received from various entities pledging money and a 2 16 MAY 7, 1996 proposal. Mr. Semon suggested a memo of understanding be drafted to outline specific details and encouraged the Council to reconsider their decision. There was a considerable amount of discussion concerning the proposal to share a customs officer with Moses Lake, the public /private organizations' potential involvement in the process, and the $300,000 in -cash and in -kind contributions previously invested. Mr. Semon pointed out the benefits of expertise marketing development and the potential clients of the FTZ. Council Member Beauchamp reiterated his understanding that a plan has been brought back to try to make the FTZ work. Council Member Berger commented that the FTZ could be important if the people want to use it. Even though he is in favor of economic development, he feels private monies need to be used, instead of public money. Mr. Semon stressed the importance of making one -to -one contacts and developing a professional economic development and marketing strategy. The money spent so far has been an investment. Mr. Semon asked if any Council member who voted in the majority would be willing to reconsider their vote. There was a considerable amount of discussion from both sides of the issue. Mr. Semon reiterated the fact that expertise needs to be hired to develop the marketing strategy. Mayor Buchanan shared a personal experience he had within the trucking business and showed how it related to the need to change the operation of the FTZ. Rick Linneweh, 4702 Richey Road, pointed out that other cities want an FTZ in their communities. He urged the Council not to end the FTZ because the public /private arena is a good vehicle and the YCDA will participate. He didn't think the private market would develop the FTZ. Council Member Puccinelli asked if the YCDA could schedule exit interviews with businesses who decline to locate their business in the area to determine whether there is a need for the FTZ. Jake Ruper, 1323 S. 38th Avenue, feels that the Council made the right choice to vote down the FTZ. It floundered because there is no marketing analysis and no justification for the investment. He urged the Council to hold the line and not reconsider the vote. Council Member Beauchamp feels that even though initial mistakes were made, that does not void the need to correct the mistake and move ahead with the plan and a marketing analysis. Experts have researched the viability and value of the FTZ and there needs to be more specificity to the plan. There was an exchange of ideas among the Council members concerning whether or not to reconsider the majority vote against continuing City support of the FTZ. Council Members Beauchamp and Sims spoke of the FTZ in terms of a necessary economic tool for the City which needs to be developed. Council Members Klingele and Puccinelli indicated that the new proposal is inadequate to warrant a reconsideration of the previous motion; the criteria discussed in a meeting with 3 MAY 7,, 199 17 Mr. Semon has not been fully met. Council member Berger was opposed to providing` 'additional '`funding towards a money - losing project. Council Member Barnett stated he would like a copy of the development plan which should have been prepared by Tradec for the FTZ. Lynne Kittleson, 305 N. 9th Street, read the City's Mission Statement and felt this investment should be seen through to the end. She spoke in favor of reconsideration of the FTZ. The Council recessed from 3:50 to 4:00 p.m. 7. PUBLIC MEETING TO CONSIDER HEARING EXAMINER RECOMMENDATION TO DENY REZONE OF PROPERTY IN VICINITY OF 1105 AND 1109 EAST MEAD REQUESTED BY TERRY MORTON AND LYNN PARTON This being the time set for the public meeting, Joan Davenport, Supervising Associate Planner, reviewed the three - parcel rezone request. Located east of the 'intersection of South 10th Street. and East Mead Avenue, the properties are currently zoned Two - family Residential (R -2) with Light Industrial (M -1) being the proposed zoning. The Hearing Examiner's recommendation is to deny the rezone. He concluded that a significant compatibility problem with the bordering R -2 lots would be created due to the lack of adequate buffers between the R -2 and M -1 zoning districts. Ms. Davenport pointed out there is currently a mixture of land uses, and this is an area in transition from residential to light industrial. In his written recommendation, the Hearing Examiner also expressed concern about the distance these parcels are from public sewer service, which is an important factor for industrial sites. Ms. Davenport indicated this rezone 'request' is not project specific. Terry Morton and Lynn Parton, applicants, urged the Council to approve their rezone request. They explained . their proposed business is a car lot. There have been no objections to the rezone received from the neighbors. There was discussion among Council members concerning buffer zone requirements and the transitional land use with homes and businesses adjacent to the applicant's property lending itself to consideration of the Council initiated rezone process for this property. After Larry Peterson, Assistant City Attorney, provided a legal explanation outlining the Council's choices when making a decision on this request, particularly to reject the Hearing Examiner's recommendation and hold a public hearing, it was MOVED BY BEAUCHAMP, I/ SECONDED BY PUCCINELLI, TO REJECT THE HEARING EXAMINER'S RECOMMENDATIONS AND SET A PUBLIC HEARING. The motion carried by a 6 -1 voice vote; Buchanan voting nay. Mayor Buchanan requested bigger signs be posted at the property in order to attract attention to a wider span of neighbors beyond the 300 feet normally notified. 4 MAY 7, 1996 8. PUBLIC HEARING TO RE -FORM PARKING AND BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AREA #1 (SEE ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING PBIA) This being the time set for the public hearing, Cameron Parker, Community & Economic,. Development Department Assistant, reviewed the request and was available to answer questions. Mayor Buchanan opened the public hearing and invited testimony about the request. Jim Perkins, representing the Larson and Perkins Law Firm, 105 North 3rd Street, disagreed with the proposed improvements other than parking lot maintenance to be funded through the assessment. There was explanation provided to Mr. Perkins about the specific project list which has been formulated. Mayor Buchanan explained DARC has requested this reformation because there would be more opportunities available for the participants. Glenn Valenzuela explained the open process providing the business community more discretion particularly with the added sunset clause. The assessment is based on the number of employees. Bruce Smith, 4404 Maple, explained the difference between the LID and the PBIA process. The PBIA is a self- imposed assessment which `currently "continues in perpetuity. Implementation of a new PBIA would require a favorable vote of 50 percent plus one to keep it when it expires in six years. The,fees are not proposed to be increased. He felt the definition on how to spend the money should be broadened or redefined to spend the money in different ways. After'a brief discussion about the LID expiration next year, it was MOVED BY PUCCINELLI, SECONDED BY BEAUCHAMP, TO PASS THE ORDINANCE. The motion carried by 6 -0 roll call vote; Berger temporarily absent. ORDINANCE 96 - 32, AN ORDINANCE of the City of Yakima, Washington, establishing a parking and business improvement area in downtown Yakima, and establishing special assessments for certain uses and projects within such parking and business improvement area as provided herein. 9. CONSIDERATION OF COUNCIL PARTICIPATION IN THE PTBA PLANNING ' PROCESS This item was considered out of sequence of the Agenda after Item No. 6B. Bill Shultz, Transit Manager, referenced the background information provided in the Council packet. He was available to answer any questions. Mary McDaniels, 1418 S. 44th Avenue, spoke in support of the PTBA process and provided her reasons why the issue failed during the last election. She feels most of the citizens didn't understand the issue, many couldn't locate it on the ballot, and also there was misinformation by the opponents, 5 19 MAY 7, 1996 as well as a lack of funding to promote the plan. She feels citizens should have the opportunity to vote on this new PTBA plan. Many supporters have put in a lot of time and effort in this plan and if properly administrated, this plan will not distract from the City Transit System. Council Member Puccinelli pointed out that because Union Gap and Selah opted out of the program, and what is left is a very small area, the $50,000 grant money is too much and should be returned to the State. Since the earliest possible election would most likely be in 1997, he also proposed the PTBA Committee meet in six months, instead of on a monthly basis. The Transit System needs to be more financially secure, and he suggested staff talk with the Yakima School District about merging maintenance or development of a contract for gas. It is important that the City Transit System remain solvent, strong and continue to serve the citizens of Yakima. After additional discussion about the matching Motor Vehicle Excise Tax (MVET) and cooperation of other entities, Council Member Sims requested clarification as to what Council Member Puccinelli requested as far as jurisdiction of the Council relating to the meeting frequency of the PTBA. Council Member Beauchamp explained that because of there only being one expansion area (West Valley) left and the six -month meeting date proposal, other alternatives should be explored to develop a dialog with the cities who opted out of the PTBA process. Eileen Cane, 803 N. 5th Avenue, explained she is currently a frequent transit rider in Yakima and related her experience riding transit systems throughout the United States. She feels that a good transit system connects the public with the business community. Sheila Bergman, 6004 Ahtanum, representing her company which advocates service for senior transportation services, requested the PTBA meet more often. She strongly supports the PTBA process and is opposed to the six -month meeting schedule. Emily Day, 607 South 9th Street, a member of the Senior Companion, complained that the $1.00 DAR fare is excessive and is a burden to those on fixed incomes. She asked if there is a bus trip from the Lower Valley from Yakima. She also asked if there is a community shuttle van. Her questions were referred to Mr. Schultz. I/ It was MOVED BY BEAUCHAMP, SECONDED BY KLINGELE, TO DIRECT STAFF TO PURSUE OTHER FUNDING OPTIONS (SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH OTHER COMMUNITIES AND /OR SCHOOLS) AND PURSUE LEGISLATIVE ACCESS TO MATCHING FUNDS FROM THE MVET The motion carried by a 6 -1 voice vote; Sims voting nay. Council members will recommend PTBA change frequency of PTBA meetings and return grant funds to,.WSDOT. 6 2`0 MAY 7, 1996 10. REPORT FROM YAKIMA BICYCLE /PEDESTRIAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE PROJECT PRIORITIES FOR 1996 Council Member Beauchamp requested this item be removed from the Consent Agenda to clarify what it means to approve the report. Shelley Willson, Supervising Traffic Engineer, explained staff would move forward with the priorities set by the committee. City Manager Zais explained this report does not deal with the plan requirements which alter the Bicycle /Pedestrian Plan; those are strictly projects. Neil McClure, Chairman of the Bicycle /Pedestrian Committee, urged the Council to accept the report. It was MOVED BY PUCCINELLI, SECONDED BY SIMS, TO APPROVE THE REPORT. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. The Bicycle Priority Projects for 1996 set forth in the report are as follows: • "B" Street: shared bicycle and curb parking lane 14 feet wide) painted and signed from Pierce Avenue to Front Street on the south side. Continuing east on "B" Street to 10th Street, the street would be signed as a shared roadway. Estimated cost $760. • Lincoln Avenue: shared bicycle and curb parking lane (13 to 15 feet wide) painted and signed from 10th Street to 6th Avenue on the north side; Lincoln Avenue between 4th Street and the alley between 1st Street and 2nd Street, on- street parking is currently prohibited and a 5 -foot wide bike lane may be marked without impacting existing vehicle lane widths. Estimated cost $1,050. • Front Street: "I" Street to Race Street signed as a bike route. Estimated cost $700. • 56th Avenue: Arlington to Englewood signed as bike route. Estimated cost $500.00 • Chestnut: Existing bike route extended west to City limits and east to Fair Avenue. Estimated cost $1,600. • 6th Avenue: Existing bike route extended north to City limits. Estimated cost $600. • Bicycle Lane Stencil. Cost $400. *11. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE.1996 YAKIMA COREPLAN (DOWNTOWN PLAN) RESOLUTION NO. 96 -56, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City I/ Council to formally adopt the 1996 Yakima CorePlan as the action policy planning document for Downtown Yakima and thereby directing that the 1996 Yakima CorePlan be referred to as part of the overall Yakima Urban Area Comprehensive Plan. 7 2_. MAY 7, 1996 *12. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT WITH ALLIED ARTS COUNCIL FOR ARTSVAN PROGRAM i h1.v'^.'0'44 RESOLUTION NO. R- 96 -57, A' RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager and City Clerk of the City of Yakima to execute an agreement between the City of Yakima and the Allied Arts Council of Yakima Valley, to provide a visual and performing arts program for youth. *13. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION APPROVING FIRST QUARTER 1996 INSURANCE CLAIMS REPORT RESOLUTION NO. R- 96 -58, A RESOLUTION accepting and approving the Quarterly Insurance Claims Report. *14. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT WITH SWANSON INMATE COMMISSARY SERVICES RESOLUTION NO. R- 96 -59, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager and the City Clerk of the City of Yakima to execute an agreement with Swanson Inmate Commissary Services, Inc. to provide inmate commissary services at the Yakima City Detention Facility. 15. CONSIDERATION OF RATIFICATION OF ADOPTION OF THE YAKIMA AIR TERMINAL POLICY AND PROCEDURES MANUAL POLICY AND PROCEDURE GUIDANCE STATEMENT ON BOARD ROLE AND CONDUCT Jake Ruper feels that this is worthwhile and that policies and procedures pertaining to the Airport Board should be monitored. Helga Braman, Airport Board Member and citizen, stated she wants equal rights as a Board Member to obtain information from Airport records. It was MOVED BY BARNETT, SECONDED BY PUCCINELLI, TO RATIFY THE POLICY. The motion carried by a 5 -1 voice vote; Klingele voting. nay;. Sims temporarily absent. By this motion the City Council approval of the Yakima Air Terminal Policy and Procedures Manual Policy and Procedure Guidance Statement No. 005, "Board Role and Conduct ", effective March 28, 1996, was ratified. *16. NOTICE OF INTENT TO COMMENCE ANNEXATION PROCEEDINGS (STANDARD MOTIONS A & B) FOR•FRUITVALE AREA INCLUDING: A. RASMUSSEN May 7, 1996 was set as the time of a meeting with the initiating parties who have signed a Notice of Intent to Commence Annexation Proceedings, the initiating parties being I/ Nick Rasmussen, et al. The annexation proposed by the above party was accepted by the City of Yakima, and the area to be annexed was required to assume its share of the City's existing indebtedness, and staff was directed to file a Notice of Intent to Annex with the Yakima County Boundary Review Board. 8 2.2 MAY 7, 1996 B. ENGLEWOOD AT 24TH AVENUE May 7, 1996 was set as the time of a meeting with the initiating parties who have signed a Notice of Intent to Commence Annexation Proceedings, the initiating parties being Brenda L. Stevenson Frisk, et al. The annexation proposed by the above party was accepted by the City of Yakima, and the area to be annexed was required to assume its share of the City's existing indebtedness, and staff was directed to file a Notice of Intent to Annex with the Yakima County Boundary Review Board. C. NORTH SCENIC ANNEXATION May 7, 1996 was set as the time of a meeting with the initiating parties who have signed a Notice of Intent to Commence Annexation Proceedings, the initiating parties being Vincent Leadon, et al. The annexation proposed by the above party was accepted by the City of Yakima, and the area to be annexed was required to assume its share of the City's existing indebtedness, and staff was directed to file a Notice of Intent to Annex with the Yakima County Boundary Review Board. D. NORTH 48TH AVENUE May 7, 1996 was set as the time of a meeting with the initiating parties who have signed a Notice of Intent to Commence Annexation Proceedings, the initiating parties being Gale Benoit, et al. The annexation proposed by the above party was accepted by the City of Yakima, and the area to be annexed was required to assume its share of the City's existing indebtedness, and staff was directed to file a Notice of Intent to Annex with the Yakima County Boundary Review Board. E. NORTH 21ST AVENUE May 7, 1996 was set as the time of a meeting with the initiating parties who have signed a Notice of Intent to Commence Annexation Proceedings, the initiating parties being Ronald Zaremba, et al. The annexation proposed by the above party was accepted by the City of Yakima, and the area to be annexed was required to assume its share of the City's existing indebtedness, and staff was directed to file a Notice of Intent to Annex with the Yakima County Boundary Review Board. F. EAST SCENIC ANNEXATION May 7, 1996 was set as the time of a meeting with the initiating parties who have signed a Notice of Intent to Commence Annexation Proceedings, the initiating parties being David Delp, et al. The annexation proposed by the above party was accepted by the City of Yakima, and the area to be annexed was required to assume its share of the City's existing indebtedness, and staff was directed to file a 9 MAY 7, 1996 23 Notice of Intent to Annex with the Yakima County Boundary Review Board. G. MODESTO WAY May 7, 1996 was ., a's' the'„ t f me of a meeting with the initiating parties who have signed a Notice of Intent to Commence Annexation Proceedings, the initiating parties being Jack Radosevich, et al. The annexation proposed by the above party was accepted by the City of Yakima, and the area to be annexed was required to ' its share of the City's existing indebtedness, and staff was directed to file a Notice of Intent to Annex with the Yakima County Boundary Review Board. *17. SET DATE OF PUBLIC MEETING FOR MAY 21, 1996 FOR APPEAL OF HEARING EXAMINER'S DECISION TO APPROVE A REQUEST BY YAKIMA VALLEY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL TO CONSTRUCT MEDICAL OFFICE BUILDING AT 3003 TIETON DRIVE May 21, 1996 was set as the date of public meeting to consider the appeal of the Hearing Examiner's decision to approve a request by Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital to construct a medical office building at 3003 Tieton Drive. *18. SET DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING /MEETING FOR MAY 21, 1996 ON: A. KELLER ANNEXATION May 21, 1996 was set as the date of public hearing on the Keller Annexation. B. CONSIDER HEARING EXAMINER RECOMMENDATION FOR REZONE REQUESTED BY RON KNIGHT & RON COLEMAN, VICINITY OF 5104 NOB HILL BOULEVARD May 21, 1996 was set as the date of public meeting to consider the Hearing Examiner's recommendation to rezone property in . the vicinity of 5205 Nob Hill Boulevard, requested by Ron Knight and Ron Coleman. *19. APPROVAL OF 1995 FIRE DEPARTMENT ANNUAL REPORT The 1995 Fire Department Annual Report was approved • *20. APPROVAL OF 1995 POLICE DEPARTMENT ANNUAL REPORT The 1995 Police Department Annual .Report was approved. 21. APPROVAL OF 1995 AFFIRMATIVE ACTION AND CONTRACT COMPLIANCE REPORT . This item was postponed to.the May 21, 1996 Business Meeting. 10 24 MAY 7, 1996 *22. APPROVAL OF FIRST QUARTER 1996 BUDGET REPORT The First Quarter 1996 Revenue and Expenditure (Budget) Report was accepted. *23. APPROVAL OF 1995 YEAR -END VEHICLE INCIDENT /COLLISION REPORT The 1995 Year -End Vehicle Incident /Collision Report was accepted. *24. CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE RENAMING PORTIONS OF TERRACE HEIGHTS DRIVE TO EAST YAKIMA AVENUE ORDINANCE NO. 96-33, AN ORDINANCE renaming portions of Terrace Heights Drive to East Yakima Avenue, within the City of Yakima. *25. CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION PLAN FOR 911 CALL - TAKERS AND PROJECT ENGINEER ORDINANCE NO. 96 -34, AN ORDINANCE relating to City personnel; adopting a classification and compensation plan for City employees to be effective June 9, 1996; amending Subsections 2.20.100 A, 2.20.100 C, 2.20.110 A, and 2.20.110 F, all of the City of Yakima Municipal Code. 26. CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR STAY OF SUSPENSION OR REVOCATION OF AN ADULT ENTERTAINMENT LICENSE PENDING JUDICIAL REVIEW This item was postponed to the May 21, 1996 Business Meeting. *27. SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 1996 BUDGET AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR UNANTICIPATED ELECTION EXPENSES An Ordinance amending the 1996 budget and appropriating funds for unanticipated 1995 Election expenses, previously having been read by title only, was brought before the Council for a second reading. ORDINANCE NO. 96 -35, AN ORDINANCE amending the 1996 budget for the City of Yakima; and making an appropriation of $28,637 in the General Fund for expenditure during 1996 for unanticipated Election Expenses. *28. SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 1996 BUDGET AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR REPAIR OF FRUITVALE POWER IRRIGATION I/ DIVERSION CHANNEL An Ordinance amending the 1996 budget and appropriating funds for emergency repairs to the Fruitvale Irrigation Diversion Canal, previously having been read by title only, was brought before the Council for a second reading. ORDINANCE NO. 96 -36, AN ORDINANCE amending the 1996 budget for the City of Yakima; and making an appropriation of 11 MAY 7, 1996 25 $175,810 in the Irrigation Fund for expenditure during 1996 for emergency repairs to the Fruitvale Irrigation Diversion Canal. 29. OTHER BUSINESS I/ A. APPROVAL OF COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP FOR NEIGHBORHOOD ZONING ORDINANCE REGULATORY STANDARDS REVIEW It was the consensus of the Council to appoint all 17 applicants to the committee. Information Items:. Items of information provided to Council were: News Release: Yakima Transit Shuttlebuses Running to the Yakima Air Fair. 4/26/96; Notice of May 6, 1996 Yakima Valley PTBA informal meeting; Agenda for the May 1, 1996 Yakima Housing Authority Board meeting; Memorandum from Director of Community and Economic Development regarding Citizen Information Bulletins. 5/3/96; Agenda for May 9, 1996 Hearing Examiner meeting; Monthly Annexation Status Report for April. 5/7/96; March 29 -April 24, 1996 Monthly Report from Office of Neighborhood Development; Memorandum from Legal Department regarding Damage Claims Referred to Third Party Claims Adjuster. 5/2/96; Assignments Pending in Office of Environmental Planning as of May 7, 1996; Monthly Permit Center Report for April 1996; Article from April 29, 1996 Time, "District of Calamity "; Agenda for May 1, 1996 Charter Civil Service and Police & Fire Civil Service joint meeting and approval of the March 19, 1996 meeting; and Article from May 1, 1996 Seattle Post-Intellicrencer, "Budget Cuts Target 200 City Jobs." 30. EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING: A. PROPERTY DISPOSITION: • 8 -20 N. 1ST STREET (ADELINE PROPERTY) • FIRE STATION #2 ON 7TH AVENUE • CBD (NE CORNER OF SPRUCE AND SOUTH 3RD STREET) B. PENDING LITIGATION (CARTER DAMAGE CLAIM) It was MOVED BY BEAUCHAMP, SECONDED BY PUCCINELLI, TO MOVE INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR THE PURPOSE OF DISCUSSING PROPERTY DISPOSITION AND PENDING LITIGATION, WITH IMMEDIATE ADJOURNMENT THEREAFTER TO MAY 14, 1996 AT 11:30 AM FOR THE CITY MANAGER'S EVALUATION /ANNUAL REVIEW AT CAVANAUGH'S AND THEN TO 7:00 PM FOR A PUBLIC MEETING ON GMA IN THE COUNCIL I/ CHAMBERS. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. 12 2 6'.: MAY 7, 1996 31. ADJOURNMENT TO MAY 14, 1996 AT 11:30 AM FOR CITY MANAGER'S EVALUATION /ANNUAL REVIEW AT CAVANAUGHS; THEN TO MAY 14, 1996 AT 7:00 PM FOR PUBLIC MEETING ON GMA IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS Immediately following the conclusion of the Executive Session, the meeting adjourned at 6:00 p.m. READ AND CERTIFIED ACCURATE BY: /' 'II-- ( 7 /04 .0 MEMBER/ DATE Lc" ' tUNCIL MEMBER , DATE ATTEST: CITY CLERK LYNN = CHANAN, MAYOR Minutes prepared by Deputy City Clerk Skovald. An audio and video tape of this meeting are available in the City Clerk's Office • • • • • • 13