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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/13/1990 Business Meeting 436 MARCH 13, 1990 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 Pat Berndt, presiding, Council members Clarence _Barnett, Henry Beauchamp, Lynn Buchanan, George Pechtel,'Skip Semon and Bernard Sims present on roll call. City Manager Zais (present after 2:30 P.M.), City Attorney Vanek, City Clerk Roberts and Clerk Givens 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 Mayor Berndt read a card sent by a family expressing appreciation for being able to participate in the City's Homeownership Program. The Mayor stated that the Council had met earlier today and evaluated the City Manager, giving him an excellent rating. The consensus of the Council was that they would like to see some improvement in cross training employees and also a better way of communicating with the citizens and handling their complaints. Council member Buchanan reported on his attendance at the National League of Cities Conference in Washington, D.C. He stated he met with Senators Slade Gorton and Brock Adams, and Congressman Sid Morrison to discuss Yakima's law and justice funding requirements. He commented that Yakima needs additional representation at these functions. to lobby for the limited funding available for various projects and programs. 4. CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Berndt 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 consensus of the Council that Agenda Item No. 20 be removed from the Consent Agenda. The City Clerk then read the Consent Agenda items, including resolutions and ordinances by title. It was MOVED BY BUCHANAN, SECONDED BY SIMS, THAT THE CONSENT AGENDA, AS READ, BE PASSED. 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 THE COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 27, 1990 The Council minutes of February 27, 1990 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 Mayor Berndt proclaimed the week of March 18th through the 24th as Drug and Alcohol Awareness Week. There will be events throughout the County and within the schools regarding this. Bob Desgrosellier, 1512 S. 3rd Avenue, President of AFSCME Local 1122, addressed the Council concerning a meeting which was set up through the State Union Council which the City Management did not attend. The Union felt this was a very poor message being sent to the employees. He stated the Union was hoping not to be forced to file a ULP claiming unfair labor practices against the City. This was filed, according to the Union, because the Management did not AAD /1 MARCH 13, 1990 4 3 7 y.F. meet with them. The remedy requested was to rescind the implementation, rescind medical deductions, and make the employees whole, and return to the bargaining table. Mayor Berndt and Council member Sims commented that the City was prepared, but did not show for reasons that Mr. Desgrosellier was aware of. Mr. Desgrosellier's reply was that the State Council President was never contacted and he could not be reached in time to cancel the meeting. The Mayor commented that Fred Stouder, Assistant City Manager, had kept his part of the bargain with the Union. 7. PUBLIC MEETING ON RIGHT -OF -WAY VACATION IN THE VICINITY OF 10TH AVENUE AND "A" STREET, REQUESTED BY SHANNON SMITH This being the time set for the public meeting in the right -of -way vacation in the vicinity of 10th Avenue and "A" Street, John Elsden, Associate Planner, showed a drawing of the .proposed area of the right of way vacation. Shannon Smith, 10 N. 10th Avenue, petitioned the Council for the vacation of "A" Street. He explained and showed his proposed future plans for the vicinity. The Council members discussed the feasibility of closing "A" Street. It was felt this would cause more traffic and parking problems and that this proposal was too premature. Melvin Carlson, 11 N. llth Avenue, spoke in opposition to the proposal. He stated that about 50 parking spaces would be lost and additional traffic problems would be created. Mr. Carlson added that six of the eight original vacation petition signers have reversed their decision after further consideration. Ron Zellers, 1001 W. Yakima Avenue, spoke in concern of the increased parking and traffic problems that would be created with the closure of "A" Street. He felt Mr. Smith should put up a large sign in front of his building showing his address, since many people stop and ask for direction to his business. Rex Marble, 7 N. llth Avenue, also spoke in opposition of the closure of "A" Street and spoke of the added danger of having to drive on the busier streets. He approved of the addition of the proposed signal at 10th Avenue and Summitview. Al Gamet, 10 N. llth Avenue, is opposed to the proposal. He stated ,. that he has never:seeh'ah' accident on , "A" 'Street" in; the 14 years he has lived there.. Mr. Garnet presented - a petition with 32 names, including that of the Director of Yakima Transportation of the Yakima School District, all opposing the proposal. Jim Linn, CPA in the 10th and Yakima Building, stated that there is already insufficient parking, which would be made worse by - the vacation of "A" Street. He brought a letter' from Mr. Cox, also in his building, voicing his opposition to the proposal because of • excessive traffic and parking problems. Mr. Shannon spoke in rebuttal stating that he felt no one would be losing anything with this proposal; rather this would be an improvement in the traffic pattern. There being no.one else to speak to the issue, Mayor Berndt closed the public meeting. She asked that Council members declare any • contact they might have had regarding the vacation of "A" Street prior to this meeting. Council members reported none. Mayor Berndt having asked for Council direction on this matter, it was MOVED BY BUCHANAN, SECONDED BY PECHTEL, THAT THE HEARING EXAMINERS REPORT BE ACCEPTED AND THE PROPOSAL BE DENIED. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. 8. REPORT FROM DEPARTMENTS OF ENGINEERING AND PUBLIC WORKS REGARDING REQUEST FOR SCHOOL CROSSING AT ROBERTSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT • LINCOLN AND 28TH AVENUES AAD /2 438 MARCH 13, 1990 Jerry Copeland, Public Works Director, discussed the mid -block crossing at Robertson School. He cited several examples of mid - block crossings and the problems they create. Council member Sims asked what an overhead ramp would cost. Denny Covell, Director of Engineering ands Utilities, :answered .that.. it: :would• „be in the range of a quarter oL., a million , .dollars_.:. _ Council: member Pechtel expressed concern for the children's safety in this area. He offered a suggestion on using warning lights in this area. Mr. Covell's and Mr. Copeland's response was that this idea would not work in this situation. They stated that this is a necessary signal, but others have priority. Council members discussed the confusion that is caused by pedestrian lights and the false security that they imply. The consensus of the Council members was to add this project to the 6 Year Street Plan and review prioritization. Mr. Pechtel suggested joint ventures with the schools to provide a solution for the school children's safety. Bob Van Dyke, 217 N. 29th Avenue, spoke in concern of the priority of 15th Avenue and Chestnut over 28th Avenue and Lincoln. He felt the school children should have priority. The Mayor agreed that this was a valid comment. Michele Barber, 516 N. 22nd Avenue, Robertson PTA President voiced her concern over the children crossing the street safely in this area. She stated that the other crossings being considered, involves people in cars, not children crossing to school. Council member Sims asked about having parents volunteer to help the children cross the street. Ms. Barber answered that this was a valid suggestion but, getting them on a dependable basis plus the legal aspects involved with someone getting hurt, presents problems. Jerry Henderson,, 30.9 N. 35th Avenue,. offered aLsuggestion of using ” a preannounce flashing yellow light a block and a half east and a block and a half west of the school. Mr. Henderson stated this flashing light would be synchronized with the regular light and would help alleviate the problem. City Manager Zais recommended the staff analyze the impact of the State gas tax revenue. Council member Barnett requested a staff report on net revenues on future annexations. Council was told there had been a typographical error and that one of the proposed sites was 16th Avenue and Chestnut not 15th and Chestnut. It was MOVED BY BUCHANAN, SECONDED BY BEAUCHAMP, THAT STAFF BE DIRECTED TO INVESTIGATE THE.POSSIBILITY OF A.JOINT PARTNERSHIP WITH'THE SCHOOL DISTRICT; ADD.THIS PROJECT TO THE 6 YEAR STREET PLAN AND REVIEW PRIORITIZATION OF THAT LIST; ANALYZE SUGGESTION REGARDING PRE - WARNING LIGHT; AND ANALYZE IMPACT OF STATE GAS TAX. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. • IT WAS MOVED BY BARNETT, SECONDED BY BEAUCHAMP, TO REQUEST'A STAFF REPORT ON NET REVENUE ON FUTURE ANNEXATIONS. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. 9. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SALE OF FORMER -YVT RIGHT - OF-WAY TO GEORGE JOSEPH COMPANY Jerry Copeland asked if there were any questions regarding this report. It - was :MOVED: BY : , BUCHANAN, _ SECONDEf .BY. `PECHTEL, THAT THE COUNCIL DISCUSS THIS ISSUE INfl EXECUTIVE:_ SESSION BEFORE AN OPEN DISCUSSION. The motion carried by 6 -1 voice vote;. Barnett voting nay. It was the consensus of the Council to discuss the balance of the Agenda items prior to.going into Executive Session on this item. Following the Executive Session, Council member Buchanan suggested that the City of Yakima needs to provide. some kind of use of this YVT Right -of Way for the benefit of the citizens as a whole. If this property is sold the City has lost the use of this right -of -way for jogging, bikes, etc. Council member Sims stated that future plans are being made for other alternatives for Mr. Buchanan's suggestions. Resolution No. D -5713, having been read by title, it was MOVED BY BARNETT, SECONDED BY SIMS, FOR PASSAGE OF THE RESOLUTION. The motion carried by 6 -1 roll call AAD /3 MARCFL 13, .1990 4 3 9 • vote; Buchanan voting nay. The Council then moved to Agenda Item No. 23, Other Business. RESOLUTION NO. D -5713, A RESOLUTION authorizing the Mayor to execute a Quit Claim Deed for certain surplus real property in the vicinity of 5201 West Chestnut Avenue, Yakima, Washington. * 10. PRESENTATION OF 1989 POLICE DEPARTMENT ANNUAL REPORT • The 1989 Police Department Annual Report was accepted. * 11. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION DENYING DENTAN ASSOCIATES MASTER APPLICATION RESOLUTION NO. D -5714, A RESOLUTION denying the Master Application of Dentan Associates. *12. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF CONTRACT WITH YAKIMA COUNTY FOR SOCIAL DAY CARE PROGRAM RESOLUTION NO. D -5715, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City Manager and City Clerk of the City of Yakima to execute an agreement with the County of Yakima, Area Agency on Aging, for a Social Day Care Program for Senior Citizens. • *13. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT WITH STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR PARTIAL REIMBURSEMENT FOR COSTS FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO CERTAIN RAILROAD CROSSINGS RESOLUTION NO. D-5716,A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City Manager and City Clerk of the City of Yakima to execute three agreements with the State of Washington, Department of Transportation, for partial reimbursement of costs for improvements to Railroad Crossings on North First Street at "G" and "H" Streets and West "I" Street at Front Street. *14. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS APPROVING HOMEOWNERSHIP- LOANS: A. GARY REDFIELD . RESOLUTION NO. D -5717, A RESOLUTION of the Council of the City of Yakima, Washington, authorizing a loan for Gary E. Redfield under the City's Homeownership Program. B. WILLIAM AND NELLIE COLE RESOLUTION NO. D -5718, A RESOLUTION of the Council of the City of Yakima, Washington, authorizing a loan for William Clay Cole and Nellie Cole under the City's Homeownership Program. C. LORENZO AND MARIA SANCHEZ RESOLUTION NO. D -5719, A RESOLUTION of the Council of the City of Yakima, Washington, authorizing a loan for Lorenzo Sanchez and Maria Sanchez under the City's Homeownership Program. *15. SET DATE OF PUBLIC MEETING FOR MARCH 27, 1990 ON THE TOWER RIGHT- OF -WAY VACATION REQUEST (YAKIMA AVENUE AND 4TH STREET) March 27, 1990 was set as the date of public meeting on the Tower right -of -way vacation request to vacate alleyways within the block bounded by South Naches Avenue, East Chestnut Avenue, South 4th Street and East Yakima Avenue. * 16. SET DATE OF PUBLIC MEETING FOR MARCH 27, 1990 ON THE MASTER APPLICATION OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR CLASS 3 REVIEW AND RIGHT -OF- WAY VACATION FOR ADAMS SCHOOL . March 27, 1990 was set as the date of public meeting on the Master • Application of the School District for a Class 3 Review and Right - of -Way Vacation for Adams School. AAD /4 4 4 0 MARCH 13, 1990 *17. SET DATE OF PUBLIC MEETING FOR MARCH - 27,;1990 ON THE MASTER APPLICATION OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR CLASS 3 REVIEW AND RIGHT -OF- WAY VACATION FOR ROOSEVELT SCHOOL March 27, 1990 was set as the date of public meeting on the Master Application of the School District for a Class 3 Review and Right - of -Way Vacation for Roosevelt School. * 18. APPROVAL OF FEBRUARY 1990 BUDGET REPORT The February 1990 Budget Report was accepted. * 19. APPROVAL OF FINAL CONTRACT PAYMENT FOR THE SOUTH FIRST STREET AND MEAD AVENUE INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENT (STANDARD MOTION V -B: ACCEPT CONTRACT AND APPROVE FINAL PAYMENT) The report from the City Engineer dated February 23, 1990, with respect to the completion of the work on the South 1st Street and Mead Avenue Intersection and Signalization Improvement project, performed by Superior Paving, was approved, the work accepted and payment of the final estimates as .therein set forth was authorized. 20. CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION PLAN FOR ADMINISTRATIVE STAFFING FOR PUBLIC WORKS, ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT AND PRE - TREATMENT SPECIALIST FOR.THE WASTEWATER.TREATMENT,PLANT. Ordinance No. 3247 having been read by title, it was MOVED BY BUCHANAN, SECONDED BY BEAUCHAMP, THAT- THE ORDINANCE, AS READ, BE PASSED. The notion carried by 6 -1 roll call vote; Barnett voting nay. Council member Barnett stated he voted against the motion because the establishment of the Refuse /Recycling Manager would increase the refuse rates. ORDINANCE NO. 3247, AN ORDINANCE relating to City personnel; adopting a classification and compensation plan for City employees to be effective April 15, 1990; amending Subsections 2.20.100 A, • 2.20.100 B and 2.20.100 C; and Subsections 2.20.110 A, 2.20.110 C, 2.20.110 F, and 2.20.110 H, all of the City of Yakima Municipal ' Code. *21. CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING ORGANIZATION OF PUBLIC WORKS ADMINISTRATION ORDINANCE NO. 3248, AN ORDINANCE relating to Administration, creating a Refuse and Recycling. Division, a Street and Traffic Engineering Division, a Parks and Recreation Division, and respective managers thereof within the Public Works Department and amending Section 1.18.050 of the City of Yakima Municipal Code. *22. SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 1990 BUDGET FOR 1989 YEAR -END ENCUMBRANCES • An Ordinance amending the 1990 Budget for 1989 year -end encumbrances, having been read by title only at the February 27, 1990 meeting, was brought back for a second reading. ORDINANCE NO. 3249, AN ORDINANCE amending the 1990 budget for the City of Yakima; making appropriations for 1989 Year -End Encumbrances from Unappropriated Fund Balances within various Funds for expenditure during 1990. 23. OTHER BUSINESS Executive Session Regarding Item No. 9 It was MOVED BY BUCHANAN, SECONDED BY PECHTEL, TO MOVE .INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR THE PURPOSE OF DISCUSSING DISPOSITION OF PROPERTY, AND IMMEDIATELY RECONVENE TO. DISCUSS ITEM NO. 9. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. AAD /5 MARCH 13,, 1990 4 4 • • It was MOVED BY PECHTEL, SECONDED BY BUCHANAN, 10 APPOINT'ROBERT VILLBRANDT TO THE YAKIMA HOUSING AUTHORITY BOARD FORAM ADDITIONAL 30 DAYS. The motion carried by 6 -1 roll call vote; Barnett voting nay. Council member Barnett stated he voted nay because he believes a permanent appointment could be made at this time. There was discussion by the staff on availability of Chapter Six of the "Futures Plan ". Executive Session Regarding Collective Bargaining It was MOVED BY SIMS, SECONDED BY PECHTEL, TO MOVE INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR THE PURPOSE OF DISCUSSING COLLECTIVE BARGAINING. Information Items: Items of information supplied to Council were: Memo from the Fire Chief regarding Update of Fire Protection Status at the Yakima Air Terminal. 3/9/90; Memo from Transit Manager regarding Shuttle Bus • Seivice to Home Show. 3/9/90; Letter fr_an'Rick Pennell expressing appreciation of fine work done by the City refuse - workers. 3/2/90 letter from U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development regarding Audit Examination for period 1988; Memo from Yakima Health District regarding local forum scheduled for March 19th regarding important health issues; Memo from Wastewater_ Superintendent regarding Latest Status Update on 1990 Wastewater Grants. 3/6/90; Letter from Kittitas County Pubic Works Department regarding expansion of the Flight Technology Program at Central Washington University. 2/23/90; Memo from City Clerk . regarding Election Expenses for 1989. 3/2/90; Memo from City Attorney regarding Damage Claims Referred to Insurance Company. 3/5/90; Article in Washington CEO written by Glenn Rice, "I -82 Corridor Looms as New Business Hot Spot "; Minutes of February 17, 1990 Hispanic Study Group meeting; Personnel Division Monthly Status Report for January and February 1990; Assignments Pending, Office of Environmental' Planning. 3/6/90; Minutes of the August 10, 1989 Community Development Advisory Committee meeting; Permit Center Monthly Report for February 1990; Article from March 4, 1990, "Recycling Takes Root on Eastside and Article from March 6, 1990 Seattle Post - Intelligencer, "Computer Job Cost State • $20 Million, Panel Told." 24. ADJOURNMENT Following the completion of the.Executive Session, .the meeting was adjourned at the hour of 5:40 P.M. • READ AND CERTIFIED ACCURATE BY: .4. �� "i � j►_ i/90,)9 • "IUNCIL MEMBER DATE AAA I OUN L MEMBER DATE III ATTEST: o }0 C�rnc: QeLt Zd- ,/5/ CITY CLERK MAYOR • Minutes prepared by Lois Harris - Givens • AAD /6