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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/17/1990 Business Meeting 466 • APRIL 17, 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, 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 Semon. 3. OPEN DISCUSSION FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER Mayor Berndt announced the employee breakfast is this Thursday morning from 5:30 A.M. to 9:00 A.M. at the Senior Citizens Center. This is hosted by the Management for the employees. Council members are invited to attend and help cook. Mayor Berndt also made the Council aware that the Governor is in town to dedicate the Bill and Ted Robertson Amphitheater at the Greenway. He signed a bill giving Yakima County $2.4 Million for jail space. At that time, he also made the announcement that the City of Yakima was receiving $100,000 from the Department of Community Development to support our Rebound Plus Program. Assistant City Manager Stouder, gave an update of the Rebound Plus Program. He stated that this has been a combined staff effort and thanked the staff members who have been involved in this. They have been trying to raise at least $100,000 annually for three years from local financial institutions. The staff has been working on a 12 month $300,000 budget in expectation of this announcement from the Governor. This budget will be given to the Council within the next couple of weeks. The Mayor thanked Mr. Stouder for his work on this project. Council member Barnett asked for a rotation of the morning and noon Tuesday meetings discussed at the April 10th meeting. It was the consensus of the Council that these times best fitted the other Council member's schedule. Mr. Barnett also questioned taking action at the special meetings. He was informed that no action is being taken at these meetings. 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. By Council and citizen request, Items Nos. 10, 12, 14 and 17 were removed 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 BUCHANAN, 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 APRIL 3, 1990 The Council minutes of April 3, 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 read a proclamation and proclaimed the week of April 22 -28, 1990, as National Volunteer Week in Yakima. Renee AAD /1 467 APRIL 17, 1990 Kabrich, People for People, invited the Council to a luncheon at the Red Lion Inn, Wednesday at noon, honoring the community volunteers. Council member Buchanan read a proclamation and proclaimed April 22nd as Earth Day in Yakima, and declaring April 1990 to April 1991 as Yakima's Year of the Environment. Lynn Kittleson thanked everyone for their help with Earth Day, and discussed the'Environmental Fair. Richard Andring, 203 S. 8th Avenue, spoke concerning the Unity Recovery Service Club (URS), a service club for recovering alcoholics and drug abusers, to be opened at Southgate. Mr. Andring requested Council to waive the $100 appeal fee. City Manager Zais restrained Mr. Andring from discussing the case with the Council because of legal ramifications. Following discussion, it was the consensus of the Council and staff that Mr. Andring had had sufficient time to respond during the comment period and did not meet the criteria of indigent. It was MOVED BY SEMON, SECONDED BY SIMS, TO DENY THE REQUEST. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. Skip and Linda Rodvold, ,821 S. 38th Avenue, voiced their continued complaints against errant golf balls from Fisher Park Golf course. They expressed dissatisfaction with the monitoring, etc. Mr. Rodvold stated they have received 13 balls on their property in two weeks. They requested a net be installed now, without further monitoring. Council member Barnett expressed empathy for the . Rodvold's. Dave Flaherty, Manager of Parks and Recreation Division, indicated his willingness to do whatever possible to alleviate any danger to the Rodvold's or "their property, but he feels it is impossible to satisfy them, because .there will always be some balls hit out of the golf courser-- Mr. Flaherty suggested continuing to monitor the - property through April, then come back to the Council with staff recommendations. The City has monitored only 8 balls hitting the Rodvold's property, and he feels the Rodvold's are misleading the Council. Larry Mathews, 805 S. 17th Avenue, asked again for a response to his questions about exemptions to the irrigation assessments. He was answered by City Manager Zais that this is on the work schedule of the City Attorney, however, it does not have top priority. An answer will be given as soon as possible. Mr. Mathews also alleged that the Council had held illegal meetings at the informal breakfast and lunch meetings. He alleged that they had taken three actions at these meetings, and stated that the Council members were subject to $100 fines for these actions. He was informed that these were suggestions, not actions, and that minutes were taken at these meetings. Council member Barnett agreed with Mr. Mathews, and stated that an audio tape should have been made of the meetings. The balance of the Council contended that there were no actions taken at these meetings and the meetings were proper. Mr. Mathews also questioned the increase in the City Manager's salary. 7. PRESENTATION OF 1989 ANNUAL HEALTH INSURANCE REPORT FROM DIRECT ADMINISTRATORS Archie Sutton, Personnel Officer, submitted to the Council for their approval, the 1989 Annual Health Insurance Report from Direct Administrators. Council member Pechtel questioned the large cost difference between' Fire and Police over the other employees. Suggestions were made by the Council to try to lower insurance costs. One of these suggestions was to have the Claims Administrator come in from the insurance companies and talk to the employees about how to lower costs for the employee as well as the employer. Dale Fisher, Employee Benefit Consultant, discussed the various costs relating to insurance premiums. He stated that the City has an excellent benefit package, due to the bargaining over the past 15 years. The Mayor requested direction from Council. It was MOVED BY PECHTEL, SECONDED BY BUCHANAN, TO ACCEPT THE REPORT. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. AAD /2 468 APRIL 17, 1990 8. CONSIDERATION OF REPORT FROM CITY MANAGER REGARDING ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF ADDITIONS TO OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER City Manager Zais addressed the Council with the request for a Department Assistant III and an Administrative Assistant to the City Manager's office. Including office support equipment, the total cost of this would be in excess of $64,000 annually. Council member Sims questioned the need for a typewriter; stating a computer would be.a better expenditure. The merits of both were discussed, and mutually agreed to check to see if a computer could be used for the necessary forms. Council member Barnett questioned the duties of the Administrative Assistant. He feels the stated duties are too involved concerning speaking to citizen groups, and attending Council meetings. He was told these would have to be done for the proper training and would be done under the proper leadership guidance. Council member Beauchamp reminded the Council that Mr. Zais started as an Administrative Assistant in this office. Mayor Berndt- commented that the Council fully supports these staff additions. Council member Barnett asked for a division of the motions relating to the positions. It was MOVED BY SIMS, SECONDED BY BUCHANAN,. TO APPROVE THE ADDITION OF AN DEPARTMENT ASSISTANT III. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. It was MOVED BY SIMS, SECONDED BY BUCHANAN, TO APPROVE THE ADDITION OF AN ADMINISTRATIVE. ASSISTANT. The motion carried by a 6 -1 voice vote; Barnett voting nay. Barnett stated he voted nay because he was not satisfied with the job description. The Council further discussed the City budget and the increases. It was MOVED BY BUCHANAN, SECONDED BY SIMS, TO FOLLOW THE STAFF RECCMMENDATION ON ITEMS • B AND C. (B. Legislation be prepared to amend the 1990 City Manager's budget in the amount of $39,658 for supporting staff personnel and office equipment as a mid -year budget appropriation. C. The classification and Pay Plan be amended to include the Administrative Assistant to the City Manager). The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. Mr. Zais thanked the Council on behalf of himself and his staff. * 9. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF CONTRACTS WITH: A. YAKIMA SOFTBALL ASSOCIATION RESOLUTION NO. D -5726, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City Manager and City Clerk of the City of Yakima to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with the Yakima Softball Association for the 1990 season. B. LARSON PARK TENNIS CLUB RESOLUTION NO. D -5727, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City Manager and City Clerk of the City of Yakima to execute a Memo of Understanding with Larson Park Tennis Club. C. ALLIED ARTS COUNCIL FOR ARTSVAN PROGRAM RESOLUTION NO. D -5728, A RESOLUTION authorizing the execution of an agreement with the Allied Arts Council of Yakima Valley for an "ArtsVan Program ". 10. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF LEASE WITH TURBINE AIR FOR ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION PERSONNEL Council member Semon stated he felt all available resources should be exhausted before over $6,000 a year is spent on this lease. Denny Covell, Director of Engineering and Utilities, and Jerry Copeland, Director of Public Works, discussed with the Council the various needs of their departments and the lack of space. Mr. Covell explained that they have conducted an extensive search for suitable space; nothing suitable was available. Mr. Copeland expressed the same concerns for shortage of space. Council member Pechtel suggested buying a trailer and putting it at the City Shops Complex. Council member Beauchamp asked how long before the permanent facility for the sewer crew would be available. AAD /3 469 APRIL :17, 1990 Mr. Covell replied that it would be at least two years. Mr. Zais suggested tabling the' discussion for a couple of weeks and then restudying it since there had been some feasible options raised that need to be explored. It was MOVED BY BAR[ 'IT, SECONDED BY SIMS, TO TABLE THE RESOLUTION FOR TWO WEEKS. The motion carried by 6 -1 voice vote; Buchanan voting nay because he stated there are other problems that can't be discussed if this is tabled. * 11. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING INTERLOCAL PURCHASING AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION III SYSTEMS RESOLUTION NO. D -5729, A RESOLUTION authorizing the execution of an "Intergovernmental Cooperative Purchasing Agreement" with the State of Washington, Department of Information Services for the purchase . of computer goods and services for the City. 12. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT WITH BILL AND CONNIE TRUE AND JIM AND MICHELLE BARTLETT FOR RELOCATION OF AN IRRIGATION PIPE AT 625 NORTH 4TH AVENUE. Council Member Barnett having questions on this item which had been previously discussed in Executive Session, it was MOVED BY BARNETT, SECONDED BY SIMS, TO MOVE INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION TO DISCUSS PROSPECTIVE LITIGATION FOR TWO MINUTES WITH IMMEDIATE RECONVENING. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. Following the '. conclusion of the Executive Session and Resolution No. D -5730 having been read by title, It was MOVED BY BUCHANAN, SECONDED BY SIMS, THAT THE RESOLUTION BE ADOPTED. The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. RESOLUTION NO. D -5730, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City Manager and City Clerk of the City of Yakima to execute an Agreement to relocate an irrigation,. pipeline at 625 North 4th Avenue. *13. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT WITH F. B. LEOPOLD CO., INC. FOR RENTAL OF A PILOT FILTER FOR THE WATER TREATMENT PLANT RESOLUTION NO. D -5731, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City Manager and City Clerk of the City of Yakima to execute a Rental Agreement with F. B. Leopold Co., Inc. 14. . NOTICE OF INTENTION TO COMMENCE NORTH 40TH AVENUE /POWERHOUSE ROAD ANNEXATION Larry Mathews, 805 S. 17TH Avenue, made a complaint about "intergovernmental co-operation ", stating that Dick Anderwald, Yakima County Planning Director, was unaware of the proposed annexation of 40th Avenue /Powerhouse Road. Glenn Rice, Director of Community & Economic Development, refuted Mr. Mathews statement with the information that Mr. Anderwald did indeed know about the proposed annexation. Mayor Berndt further stated that Mr. Anderwald had even been present at one of the discussions. It . was MOVED'BY PECHTEL, SECONDED BY BUCHANAN, THAT STANDARD MOTIONS A & B BE ADOPTED. The motion carried by unanimous.voice vote. April 17, 1990 was set.as the. time of a meeting with the initiating parties who have.'signed the Notice of Intent to Commence Annexation Proceedings, dated March 14, 1990, and March 29, 1990; those initiating parties being Christian Life Center and Bi -Mart Corporation. The annexation proposed by Christian Life Center and Bi -Mart Corporation 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 Intention to Annex with the Yakima County Boundary Review Board. AAD /4 • 470 • APRIL 17, 1990. *15. APPROVAL OF MONTHLY VEHICLE ACCIDENT REPORT The Monthly Motor Vehicle Accident Report for accidents reviewed by the Accident Review Committee during the month of February 1990, was accepted. 16. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE INCREASING SMALL WATER METER INSTALLATION CHARGES Ty Wick, Superintendent of the Water Division, stated because of • the Department's cost review and incoming higher bids, it is necessary to increase small water meter installation rates to cover costs. Council member Barnett questioned why this wasn't brought up during Budget Review. Mr. Wick answered that they did not have the present figures on the computer until now. Ordinance No. 3260, having been read by title, it was MOVED BY BUCHANAN, SECONDED BY SIMS, THAT THE ORDINANCE AS READ BE PASSED. The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. ORDINANCE NO. 3260, AN ORDINANCE relating to public services and utilities, increasing service installation charges and amending Section 7.68.043 of the City of Yakima Municipal Code. • 17. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE VACATING RIGHT -OF -WAY IN THE VICINITY OF_NORTH 48TH AVENUE AND FECHTER ROAD • Council member Barnett stated that he took this item off the Consent Agenda because he was not at the public meeting to discuss it, and wished_to abstain from voting. Ordinance No. 3261, having been read by title, it was MOVED BY BUCHANAN, SECONDED BY SIMS, THAT THE ORDINANCE BE PASSED. The motion carried by 6 -1 roll call vote. Barnett abstained. -- . ORDINANCE NO. 3261, AN ORDINANCE vacating right -of -way in the vicinity of North 48th Avenue and Fechter Road within the City of Yakima. *18. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE TRAFFIC MBE '1D PROHIBIT PARKING ON LASALLE STREET, BETWEEN 9TH AND 10TH STREETS ORDINANCE NO. 3262, AN ORDINANCE relating to traffic, prohibiting parking on both sides of LaSalle Street from 9th to 10th Street, and amending Section 9.50.050 of the City of Yakima Municipal Code. * 19. FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR PROPERTY PROTECTION BARRIERS AT LINCOLN AND PIERCE AVENUES (NO FORMAL COUNCIL ACTION REQUIRED THIS MEETING) An Ordinance appropriating funds for property protection barriers at Lincoln and Pierce Avenues, having been read by title only, was laid on the table for one week, until April 24, 1990. 20. OTHER BUSINESS It was MOVED BY BUCHANAN, SECONDED BY PECHTEL, TO SET ASIDE THE FIRST TUESDAY NOON FOR MEETINGS WITH BOARDS' AND' COMMISSIONS, AND MEETINGS OF THAT TYPE. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. It was MOVED BY BUCHANAN, SECONDED BY PECHTEL, TO SET ASIDE THE SECOND TUESDAY FOR BREAKFAST MEETINGS. The motion carried by 6 -1 voice vote. Barnett voting nay. Council member Pechtel advised the Council that the Block Grant Committee membership had been filled and at the first meeting three of the new members showed up for the meeting and no one else, there not being enough for a quorum. He apologized for this and asked for better organization. Mayor Berndt passed out information on the Law and Justice issue and made the Council aware that April 24th at 8:30 A.M., there will be a meeting with the County Commissioners. This will be an open meeting and she encouraged all Council members to attend. The AAD /5 471 APRIL 17, 1990 Mayor asked for the memorandum, which she passed out, to be confidential until the meeting. The meeting will be held in the Council Chambers: Chris Waarvick, Wastewater Superintendent,, provided Council with notebooks with advanced copies of a report on the cost of a sewer service survey study. Mayor Berndt advised Mr. Waarvick that there are visible pipes at the Wastewater Treatment Plant, which are an eyesore. Mr. Waarvick assured the Mayor this matter is being taken care of. Information Items:' Items of information supplied to Council were: Memorandum from Special Assistant to the Governor on Substance Abuse Issues regarding Legislative Update on substance abuse related bills signed into law. 4/10/90; Memorandum Opinion regarding Complaint for Declaratory Judgment regarding Firefighters Contract. 4/10/90; Letter from Washington State Department of Transportation regarding Six -Year Transportation Improvement Program 1991- 1996. 4/9/90; Memorandum from the City Attorney regarding Pitbull Deg Demonstration at Washington Animal Control Association Seminar. • 4/11/90; Memorandum from Director of Public Works and Acting Supervising Traffic Engineer regarding Monthly Service Request Report from Traffic Engineer. 3/26/90; Agenda for April 18, 1990 City of Yakima Hearing Examiner meeting; Agenda for March 19, 1990 Yakima Center Advisory Commission and minutes of its January 15, 1990 meeting; Article form November 1988 P & R, "Fighting Gangs With Recreation "; and Article from 4/11/90 Seattle P.I., "State Must Help Pay Crime Costs ". 21. EXECUTIVE SESSION RDGARDING ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY It was MOVED BY BUCHANAN, SECONDED BY BEAUCHAMP, TO MOVE INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR THE PURPOSE OF DISCUSSING ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY AND COLLECTIVE BARGAINING WITH ADJOURNMENT UNTIL 8:30 A.M. TUESDAY. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. 22. ADJOURNMENT Following the completion of Executive Session, the meeting adjourned at 4:15 P.M., until 8:30 A.M., April 24, 1990. !. READ AND CERTIFIED ACCURATE BY: � $' ,:���:.:v_ a 6"/ / *Finn MEMBER DATE � ` /; C NCIL MEMB ! D T ATTEST: CITY CLERK • MAYOR - Minutes prepared by Lois Harris - Givens • • • AAD /6 •