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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/15/1997 Adjourned Joint Meeting / Business Meeting 3.3 `4 APRIL 15, 1997 ADJOURNED JOINT MEETING WITH YAKIMA COUNTY AND UNION GAP 7:30 A.M. -- ESD #105 1. CRIMINAL JUSTICE /YOUTH VIOLENCE ISSUES 2. LEGISLATIVE ISSUES 3. DISCUSSION OF MITIGATION MEASURES ADDRESSING INCREASING RAIL TRAFFIC This meeting was canceled at the request of Yakima County. * * * * * * * * * * CITY OF YAKIMA, WASHINGTON APRIL 15, 1997 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,* John Klingele, John Puccinelli, and Bernard Sims present on roll call. City Manager Zais, City Attorney Paolella, and City Clerk Roberts also present. 2. INVOCATION /PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Council Member Klingele. 3. OPEN DISCUSSION FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER A. PROCLAMATIONS • April 13 -19 proclaimed SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS WEEK • April 24 proclaimed TAKE OUR DAUGHTERS TO WORK DAY • April 13 -19 proclaimed VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION WEEK • April 24 week proclaimed SCHOOL TO WORK WEEK Council Member Beauchamp requested staff review a reported clearview problem at Lincoln and North 6th Street. 4. PRESENTATION OF CITIZEN RECOGNITION AWARD TO KATHY HOWELL On behalf of Kathy Howell, Police Chief Blesio accepted a citizen recognition award given in appreciation of Ms. Howell's assistance in apprehending suspects involved in a burglary in her neighborhood. 5. ANNOUNCEMENT REGARDING CODE RATING BUREAU RESULTS Leonard Hall, Code Administration Manager, announced the City was given a code rating of 3 for residential and commercial. A rating of 1 -3 receives the highest credits; a *Council Member Ernie Berger present on roll call. 335. APRIL 15, 1997 rating of 4 -9 receives intermediate credits and a rating of 10 receives no :credits. ,In :1995 the insurance industry notified every jurisdiction throughout the nation about rating its building code effectiveness. This rating may benefit the citizens by a lower insurance premium rating. 6. 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 add Item No. 11 and remove Item No. 24 from the Consent Agenda.. The City Clerk then read the Consent Agenda items, including resolutions and ordinances by title. It was MOVED BY SIMS, SECONDED BY PUCCINELLI, 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.) Council Member Puccinelli requested that Item No. 12 be considered at this time out of sequence of the agenda. It was MOVED BY PUCCINELLI, SECONDED BY BEAUCHAMP, TO MOVE ITEM NO. 12 TO THE NEXT ITEM ON THE AGENDA. The motion carried by 6 -1 voice vote; Sims voting nay. 12. RESOLUTIONS AND REPORT FROM PARKS AND RECREATION DIVISION REGARDING REQUEST TO REMOVE TREES: Lynne Kittelson, 305 North 9th Street, voiced her objections about the removal of trees on the west side of town, especially when the.• City, is.funding a reforestation on the east side of town. " Stating she does not object to removing trees when it is necessary, she then recommended that no more trees be cut down until an ordinance is in place governing tree removal and a permit process for replanting is implemented. Jerry Henderson, President of the Westside Merchants Association, stated it was his organization's understanding that the trees along North 50th Avenue would be replaced, but not the others. He reported the Association passed a resolution against the removal of the trees until it is absolutely necessary and the trees would be required to be replaced with an approved tree. Dave Robins, President of Chestnut Grove Condominium Association, stated the 34 trees they wish to remove are causing problems with the sidewalks. The Condominium Association plans to plant replacement trees as soon as possible. Mr. Robins I/ circulated photographs of these trees showing the damage being caused to the sidewalks. Eugenie Meeker asked everyone to consider that this is nesting time for the birds. 2 336 - APRIL 15, 1997 A. SYCAMORE TREES ON NORTH 50TH AVENUE REQUESTED BY CHESTNUT GROVE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION Resolution No. R -97 -50 having been read by title, it was MOVED BY BEAUCHAMP, SECONDED BY PUCCINELLI, TO ADOPT THE RESOLUTION. The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. RESOLUTION NO. R- 97 -50, A RESOLUTION authorizing the Chestnut Grove Condominium Association to remove thirty -four (34) sycamore trees located in the City right -of -way along North 50th Avenue between Chestnut Avenue and Summitview Avenue, Yakima, Washington. B. BIRCH TREES ON SUMMITVIEW BETWEEN 40TH AND 56TH AVENUES REQUESTED BY ADJACENT PROPERTY OWNERS Resolution No. R -97 -51 having been read by title, it was MOVED BY KLINGELE, SECONDED BY PUCCINELLI, TO ADOPT THE RESOLUTION. The motion carried by 6 -1 roll call vote; Buchanan voting nay. RESOLUTION NO. R- 97 -51, A RESOLUTION authorizing the removal of forty -three (43) birch trees located in the City right - of -way along Summitview Avenue between North 40th Avenue and North 56th Avenue, Yakima, Washington. *7. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 3 AND 17, 1996 BUSINESS MEETINGS The minutes of the December 3 and 17, 1996 Business meetings were approved, having been duly certified accurate by two Council members and no one present wishing to have said minutes read publicly. 8. CONSIDERATION OF IRRIGATION DISTRICTS: A. PUBLIC HEARING ON CONFIRMATION OF 1997 IRRIGATION MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT ROLL (SEE ORDINANCE) (PLEASE BRING MATERIAL PREVIOUS DISTRIBUTED) This being the time set for the hearing on the confirmation of the 1997 irrigation maintenance assessment roll, Dueane Calvin, Water and Irrigation Superintendent, and Dave Brown, Water and Irrigation Engineer, were available to respond to questions. Mr. Calvin named revenue shortfall as the largest contributor to the increased irrigation assessments, chiefly caused by bad debts ($80,000 - $120,000 worth). Other major expenses were flood damage repair costs, repair of pumps and 156 main breaks, and litigation expenses for Acquavella Water Rights litigation. Mayor Buchanan stated a committee has been working with Council and staff reviewing the irrigation system and has submitted an interim report. Staff is presenting four recommendations from that report, of which the first recommendation is to consolidate all the irrigation districts, which is now possible since the State law was changed in 1995. The second recommendation is to initiate a capital fund for construction and reconstruction of the system (Option A is recommended to assess each account $50 per year). The third recommended action is to 3 APRIL 15, X19971 . 3 3 7 change the billing method from once a year to a bi- monthly billing cycle based on square footage; and the fourth recommendation is to change from a fiscal year to an annual year. Mayor Buchanan opened the hearing for public comments. Gordon Patten, llth and Walnut, Mrs. Gerald Gaudette, 701 North 6th Street, Bob Mason, 612 North 2nd Street, Jean Brown, 917 South 10th Avenue, Leal Carley, 314 Stanley Blvd., Patricia Cook, representing her daughter who resides at 1508 McKinley, Jeff Adams, 3909 Richey Road, Susan Brown, 917 South 10th Avenue, Carmen Padilla, 1315 1/2 South 6th Street, Mary Hughes, 817 South 8th Avenue, Florence Kober, 804 North Naches Avenue, Emily Day, 607 South 9th Street, Lynne Kittelson, 305 North 9th Street, John Suggs, 203 North 7th Avenue, and Charles Eastman, 31st and West Lincoln, gave their . objections to their assessments. The primary objection voiced was that the assessment was too high for the amount of service received. Several of the citizens indicated they would not mind paying a higher rate if the service was improved or even maintained at the same level. Council members referred a couple of the citizens to staff for assistance in having their water lines blown out. Mary Place, 5710 Marilane, provided information regarding her bills from Nob Hill Water during the irrigating and the non - irrigating seasons to use as a comparison with the assessments discussed today. There being no other citizen wishing to speak to this issue, Mayor Buchanan closed the public hearing. ORDINANCE NO. 97 -24, AN ORDINANCE confirming the irrigation maintenance assessment roll of the City of Yakima for the calendar year 1997 and levying irrigation maintenance assessments according to said roll. B. CONSIDERATION OF IRRIGATION COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION FOR FUTURE CONSOLIDATION AND REPLACEMENT OR REHABILITATION OF IRRIGATION SYSTEM City Manager Zais acknowledged the presence of Phil Small, Co -chair of the Irrigation System Committee, and asked other committee members to rise and be recognized. Phil Small, 1006 South 25th Avenue, commented that the Committee members are in concurrence with the staff recommendation. He stated that very few rates would go down; however, it would build the necessary $500,000 reserves for system improvements. Although a higher level of increase had been considered, without a specific proposal for Council to follow, it was rejected. The Committee felt this level of increase will be needed no matter which proposal is accepted. Council Member Barnett stated there are 10,688 irrigation water accounts and 2,290 accounts using potable water for irrigation; 17.6% of the total irrigation accounts in the City. He stated it needs to be determined legally whether those accounts using domestic water for irrigating can be legally assessed for irrigation water. Council Member Sims responded that the Committee discussed that issue; people who have elected to go to City water are still obligated for the irrigation assessment. Consolidation of these districts does not 4 338 APRIL 15, 1997 remove them from their districts. Mr. Small commented the Committee would like to forge a solution that takes in all of the irrigation distribution needs within the City and develop an equitable assessment mechanism. Council Member Puccinelli spoke against an additional tax assessment for citizens using potable water for irrigation purposes. By the same token, Mayor Buchanan stated citizens paying for domestic water are subsedizing those citizens using potable water for irrigation. Mr. Small stated he appreciates the complexities of the issue. Citizens are using water for two different, purposes, domestic and irrigation, based on two different water lines. Each of those water lines has separate costs and has to be fairly allocated among the citizens. Council Member Barnett stated there are four issues to direct staff to come back with. It was MOVED BY SIMS, SECONDED BY KLINGELE, TO ACCEPT THE COMMITTEE'S REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION ON THE IRRIGATION SYSTEM CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN AND DIRECT LEGISLATION BE PREPARED BY STAFF TO INCLUDE THE CREATION OF AN IRRIGATION UTILITY AND CONSOLIDATE THE DISTRICTS, CREATING A CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM OF $50 PER YEAR PER ACCOUNT (OPTION 1) AND BILL BOTH DOMESTIC AND IRRIGATION ASSESSMENTS EVERY OTHER MONTH STARTING JANUARY 1, 1998. Stating that from a bookkeeping standpoint, Option B (square footage) is fairer, it was MOVED BY PUCCINELLI, SECONDED BY BEAUCHAMP, THAT INSTEAD OF OPTION A, USE OPTION B FOR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT CALCULATION. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. The question was called for the vote on the motion, as amended. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. 9. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE HEARING EXAMINER'S RECOMMENDATION ON THE PETITION TO VACATE RIGHT -OF -WAY ON NORTH 4TH AVENUE, BETWEEN WEST "B" STREET AND LINCOLN AVENUE, FOR SAFEWAY STORE This being the time set for the hearing, Dan Valoff, Associate Planner, stated this is a public hearing to consider the right -of -way vacation submitted by Steven Elkins, Architects, on behalf of Safeway. The request is to vacate the west 14.5 feet along North 4th Avenue, between Lincoln and "B ", to allow for relocation of the existing loading dock to the rear of the building to accommodate expansion of the store to the south. The Hearing Examiner conducted a public hearing at which one individual raised a concern about noise and truck fumes. The Hearing Examiner recommended approval of the right -of -way vacation subject to payment of $29,000. The staff recommendation is to uphold the Hearing Examiner's recommendation. Mayor Buchanan asked if there would be any changes to North 4th Avenue. Mr. Valoff responded that no changes would be made in that regard; however, North 4th Avenue sidewalks will be rerouted to the back of the existing curb. Council Member Barnett indicated he is reluctant to grant a vacation to a grocery store which has a history of relocating its stores and suggested a revocable license agreement in lieu of the vacation. Mr. Valoff responded to Council's questions regarding the block wall, meter relocation and removal of trees. Mayor Buchanan opened the public hearing for 5 339 APRIL 154 1997 testimony. Steve Elkins, architect, also responded to Council's concerns'k' about thetree plantings, block wall and meter relocation, assuring Council these issues will be properly addressed. Since the existing right -of -way allows for storage of snow from the street plowing without blocking use of the sidewalk, Council Member Puccinelli insisted that Safeway be responsible for snow removal on the sidewalk adjacent to the store along 4th Avenue. Dave Myllenbeck, District Manager, stated he would want to review this situation and research the costs before making a commitment. There was discussion regarding a revocable license agreement and Mr. Valoff explained that in terms of the previous agreement, the applicant suggested the agreement as an alternative for the street vacation. In this situation, the process followed the right -of -way vacation statutes and ordinances in the City, and there was nothing in the record regarding a revocable license. Council Member Sims suggested a 25 year term and $29,000 for the license agreement; however, they are here based upon the Hearing Examiner's recommendation. Council Member Puccinelli, once again, brought up the issue of requiring snow removal on the sidewalk along 4th Avenue; to which Mr. Myllenbeck and Mr. Elkins agreed that would be acceptable. Jerry Henderson, Westside Merchants Association, commented the Association is in favor of keeping the area viable for business and urged Council not to make any restrictions on the building easement. Allen Epperson, 2506 Willow, speaking for Paul and Betty Zito, 207 North 4th Avenue, stated the mature trees, 15 -25 feet high, knocks down the reflective noise from the street and blocks a lot of noise from the building. He stated the Zitos and Safeway had a discussion about Safeway installing an air purifier in the Zito's home to help diffuse':the fumes and odors. Mr. Elkins stated it was his understanding, after speaking with the Zitos, that they were going to outline their requirements in writing, and so far nothing has been received. He stated the wall will help with site screening and noise reduction; the garbage compactor is sealed to contain garbage and fumes. There being no other citizen wishing to speak to this issue, the Mayor closed the public hearing. It was MOVED BY BERGER, SECONDED BY SIMS, TO UPHOLD THE HEARING EXAMINER RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE THIS SUBJECT TO THE PAYMENT OF $29,000. It was MOVED BY PUCCINELLI, SECONDED BY BEAUCHAMP, TO AMEND THE MOTION TO REQUIRE SNOW REMOVAL ON THE 4TH AVENUE SIDEWALK. Mr. Paolella stated staff would have to create a legal document to impose that condition. The question was called for a vote on the motion. The motion carried by 4 -3 voice vote; Barnett, Berger and Sims 1/ voting nay. The question was called for a vote on the motion as amended. The motion carried by 5-2 voice vote; Barnett and Klingele voting nay. 10. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION Eugenie Meeker, 3601 Fairbanks, Apartment 90, addressed the Council regarding the Powerhouse Pathway between 34th and 40th Avenues. She described this area as it used to be; a sanctuary for birds, including quail. During the paving of 6 34 0. APRIL 15, 1997 the pathway, the natural habitat was destroyed by the bulldozer. Instead of grass, there is mud and dust on both sides of the pathway. She also objected to a playground which she heard is being planned for 34th and Powerhouse. There is no parking for the playground and the users would scare away the quail. She read, and submitted, a petition containing 100 names, which requests the City to plant this area and maintain it as a natural habitat for the quail and to abandon plans for the playground. She offered to plant the area before the end of the rainy season. Several Council members concurred with many of the comments made by Ms. Meeker. Council Member Sims suggested referring this issue to the Parks and Recreation Commission or the Bicycle /Pedestrian Committee. Denise Nichols, Parks and Recreation Manager, reported the pathway was part of the ISTEA Grant. The original plan was for a fully landscaped pathway; however, for a number of reasons, that provision was rethought. The area considered for a playground will now only contain a picnic table. It is possible to leave a large amount of the pathway in a natural state. Staff talked to the County Extension Agency and obtained information about landscaping and vegetation and how to keep the hillside in a natural state to accommodate the wildlife. Ms. Meeker interjected that is not enough, it only provides cover, and not food. Council Member Puccinelli stated there is no area for parking and asked how the picnic tables would be put in. He stated he would like to see some blackberry bushes along the buffer area and the pathway. City Manager Zais commented that staff needs to revisit the design and the plan and take that back to the Commission and look at any modifications. Ms. Meeker stated she is concerned about the benches and requested they be placed on the opposite side of the path from the ground cover. It was the general consensus of the Council to refer this issue to the Parks and Recreation Commission and request they expedite its review. *11. REPORT FROM TRAFFIC ENGINEERING AND BICYCLE SAFETY COMMITTEE REGARDING LANE STRIPING ON "B" STREET AND LINCOLN AVENUE The report was accepted along with the staff recommendation to repaint the bicycle lanes on "B" Street between 6th Avenue and Front Street and on Lincoln Avenue between 8th Street and 6th Avenue. *13. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF CONTRACT WITH SEDGWICK, NOBLE, LOWNDES FOR HEALTH CLAIMS ADMINISTRATION RESOLUTION NO. R- 97 -52, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager and the City Clerk to execute a professional services agreement with Sedgwick, Noble, Lowndes, a division of Sedgwick James of Washington, Inc., to provide consulting and brokerage services in connection with the health and welfare benefit programs of the City. • 7 APRIL 15, 1997 341 AP R 9 *14. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT WITH LOOFBURROW ARCHITECTS FOR THE DEMOLITION OF CITY OWNED BUILDINGS IN FIRST BLOCK OF NORTH 1ST STREET RESOLUTION NO. R- 97 -53, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City Manager and City Clerk of the City of Yakima to execute an agreement with Loofburrow Architects, an architectural firm. *15. CONSIDERATION OF LEGISLATION APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO THE AIRPORT IMPROVEMENT GRANTS: A. JOINT RESOLUTION RATIFYING AND ADOPTING AMENDMENT NO. 1 RESOLUTION NO. R- 97 -54, A JOINT RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF YAKIMA AND YAKIMA COUNTY authorizing, ratifying, and adopting Amendment Number 1 to Grant Agreement for project number 30 -53- 0089 -12 and for Federal Assistance between the Federal Aviation Administration and the Yakima International Airport. B. JOINT RESOLUTION RATIFYING AND ADOPTING AMENDMENT NO. 3 RESOLUTION NO. R- 97 -55, A JOINT RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF YAKIMA AND YAKIMA COUNTY authorizing, ratifying, and adopting Amendment Number 3 to Grant Agreement for project number 30 -53- 0089 -11 and for Federal Assistance between the Federal Aviation Administration and the Yakima International Airport. *16. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICE CONTRACT WITH BIG BEND COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOR AIRCRAFT RESCUE FIREFIGHTER TRAINING RESOLUTION NO. R- 97 -56, A RESOLUTION authorizing the execution of an annual instructional services contract with Big Bend Community College. *17. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT WITH THE AREA AGENCY OF AGING TO RENT OFFICE SPACE AT SENIOR CENTER RESOLUTION NO. R- 97 -57, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager and the City Clerk to execute a Lease Agreement between the City of Yakima and the Office of Aging and Long Term Care for the purpose of providing direct service to senior citizens at the Senior Center. *18. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT WITH WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY CENTER FOR PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION FOR SEXUAL HARASSMENT AWARENESS TRAINING RESOLUTION NO. R- 97 -58, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager and the City Clerk of the City of Yakima to execute a professional services agreement between the City of Yakima and the University Center for Professional Education, Washington State University at Tri- Cities for the purpose of 8 342 APRIL 15, 1997 providing sexual harassment recognition and prevention training to City employees. *19. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SOLE SOURCE PURCHASE OF A GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM RESOLUTION NO. R- 97 -59, A RESOLUTION authorizing the sole source purchase of a Trimble Navigation Global Positioning System. *20. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR VOLUNTARY CONTRIBUTION SHUTTLE BUS SERVICE TO THE FAIRGROUNDS ON JULY 4, 1997 RESOLUTION NO. R- 97 -60, A RESOLUTION providing for volunteer contribution shuttle bus service to the Yakima County Fairgrounds on July 4, 1997. *21. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF TURNBACK AGREEMENT WITH STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR YAKIMA INTERURBAN ELECTRIC RAILROAD RELOCATION RESOLUTION NO. R- 97 -61, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City Manager of the City of Yakima to execute the attached and incorporated "City /Town Turnback Agreement" with the Washington State Department of Transportation in order to facilitate the "R" Street Construction Project. *22. APPROVAL OF REPORT FROM FINANCE REGARDING INSURANCE LIABILITY AND EXCESS LOSS COVERAGE The report on liability catastrophe insurance (excess loss insurance) and the recommendation to purchase excess loss insurance for $10,000,000 excess over a $1,000,000 retention, was accepted. *23. APPROVAL OF POLICE DEPARTMENT 1996 ANNUAL REPORT The 1996 Police Department Annual Report was accepted. 24. CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING PROHIBITION OF PARKING ON PLANTING STRIPS Council Member Klingele commented there is no way people could know all the laws and it is unreasonable for the Police to not be able to find a property line when the maps are available. Police Chief Blesio stated this option was reached after quite a few meetings with several neighborhood groups. The officer would have guidelines to follow. Ordinance No. 97 -25 having been read by title, it was MOVED BY SIMS, SECONDED BY BERGER, TO PASS THE ORDINANCE. Council Member Beauchamp received Chief Blesio's assurance that the first approach would be to issue warning notices before issuing tickets. The question was called for a vote on the motion. The motion passed by 5 -2 roll call vote; Barnett and Klingele voting nay. 9 343 APRIL 15, 1997 ORDINANCE NO. 97 -25, AN ORDINANCE relating to traffic; prohibiting parking , between . the curb and sidewalk or within 10 feet of the curb or edge of the roadway; and enacting as a new section, Section 9.50.085, of the City of Yakima Municipal Code. *25. CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE VACATING RIGHT -OF -WAY FOR SWAN MEMORIAL ORDINANCE NO. 97 -26, AN ORDINANCE vacating a 120 foot long, 1 foot wide strip of City right -of -way along the west side of the first block of South 8th Avenue. *26. CONSIDERATION OF LEGISLATION REGARDING LABOR SETTLEMENTS WITH AFSCME AND YAKIMA POLICE MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION (YPMA): A. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT FOR 1997 -1998 RESOLUTION NO. R- 97 -62, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City Manager and City Clerk of Yakima to execute a collective bargaining agreement for calendar years 1997 and 1998 with the Washington State Council of County and City Employees, Local 1122 of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, AFL -CIO. B. FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 1997 BUDGET FOR AFSCME SETTLEMENT FUNDING AND MEDICAL /DENTAL RATE ADJUSTMENTS (NO ACTION REQUIRED THIS MEETING) An Ordinance amending the 1997 budget for unanticipated AFSCME labor settlement and employee benefit reserve adjustment costs'- read by title only, was laid on the table for three weeks, until May 6, 1997. C. ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION PLAN FOR CERTAIN CITY EMPLOYEES ORDINANCE NO. 97 -27, AN ORDINANCE relating to City personnel; adopting a classification and compensation plan for City employees to be effective April 18, 1997; amending Subsections 2.20.110 A, 2.20.110 B, 2.20.110 E, and 2.20.110 G, all of the City of Yakima Municipal Code. D. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING. EXECUTION OF MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH YPMA RESOLUTION NO. R- 97 -63, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City Manager and the City Clerk to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with the Yakima Police Management Association. 10 3.44 APRIL 15, 1997 E. ORDINANCE AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING CONTRIBUTION FOR MEDICAL PROGRAM FOR POLICE MANAGEMENT PERSONNEL ORDINANCE NO. 97 -28, AN ORDINANCE relating to city and employee contributions toward the city health care plan; requiring the chief, captains and lieutenants of the Police Department to contribute towards dependent health care coverage; and amending subsections B, C, and D, of Section 2.04.030 of the City of Yakima Municipal Code. *27. FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 1997 BUDGET AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD /BURLINGTON NORTHERN RAILROAD LITIGATION (NO ACTION REQUIRED THIS MEETING) An Ordinance amending the 1997 budget for unanticipated railroad litigation expenses, having been read by title only, was laid on the table for three weeks, until May 6, 1997. 28. OTHER BUSINESS There was no other business discussed. Information Items: Items of information provided to Council were: Media Release regarding Clean Air Authority Policy regarding fugitive dust emissions from construction sites. 4/10/97; Memorandum from City Engineer regarding Fair Avenue Status Report. 4/7/97; Memorandum from City Engineer regarding 48th Avenue and Nob Hill Boulevard Status Report. 4/7/97; Assignments Pending in Office of Environmental Planning as of April 15, 1997; Notice of Westside Merchants April 14, 1997 meeting; Agenda for the April 21, 1997 YVCOG Executive Committee meeting and minutes of its March 17, 1997 meeting; Agenda for April 14, 1997 Parks and Recreation Commission meeting and minutes of its February 10, 1997 meeting; Minutes of the March 3, 1997 Joint Civil Service Commissions meetings; and Articles, "Towns Turn Teens into Pumpkins "; Editorials, "Gas -Tax Increase is Badly Needed "; and "Gas -Tax Plan Unmasks Tension Over Governance at Legislature." 29. EXECUTIVE SESSION REGARDING PERSONNEL It was MOVED BY KLINGELE, SECONDED BY SIMS, TO MOVE INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR THE PURPOSE OF DISCUSSING PERSONNEL, WITH IMMEDIATE ADJOURNMENT THEREAFTER. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. 11 APRIL 15, 1997 3 4 5 30. ADJOURNMENT Following the conclusion of the Executive Session, the meeting adjourned at 5:17 p.m. READ AND CERTIFIED ACCURATE BY:LZP �I r COUNCIL il DATE COUNCIL MEMB DATE ATTEST: 2ef c ' _ _ _ _ __ M CITY CLERK LYNN BUCHANAN, MAYOR An audio and video tape of this meeting are available in the City Clerk's Office 12