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Home My WebLink About03/21/2017 06A Draft Council Meeting Minutes ApprovalITEM TITLE: SUBMITTED BY: SUMMARY EXPLANATION: See attached. ITEM BUDGETED: STRATEGIC PRIORITY: BUSINESS OF THE CITY COUNCIL YAKIMA, WASHINGTON AGENDASTATEMENT Item No. 6.A. For Meeting of: March 21, 2017 Approval of the minutes from the February 21 and March 7, 2017, City Council Business meetings, February 21 and 28, 2017, City Council Study Sessions and March 2, 2017, Joint City Council/Yakima School District Special meeting Sonya Claar Tee, City Clerk APPROVED FOR 4 �City Manager SUBMITTAL: STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve minutes. BOARD/COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: ATTACHMENTS: Description Upload Date Type D 2-21 ss 3/10/2017 Cowr Menio D 2-21 3110/2017 Coxer Memo D 2-28 3/1012017 Cowr Mem D 3-2 3/10/2017 Cowr Merno D 3-7 3/15/2017 CD Memo xx•. s. °ts m YAKIMA CITY COUNCIL February 21, 2017 City Hall -- Council Chambers 5:45 p.m. Executive Session; 6 p.m. Business Meeting; 6:30 p.m. Public Hearings EXECUTIVE SESSION Executive Session regarding pending litigation Council: Mayor Kathy Coffey, presiding, Assistant Mayor Carmen Mendez, Council Members Maureen Adkison, Holly Cousens, Avina Gutierrez, Dulce Gutierrez and Bill Lover MOTION: Mendez moved and Adkison seconded to adjourn to Executive Session for up to 15 minutes to discuss pending litigation. The motion carried by unanimous vote. Executive Session was held and adjourned at 5:53 p.m. BUSINES G 1. Roll Call Council: or Kat CR%ii in nt yor Carmen endez, Council Members dki ens, A tierrez, Dulc utierrez and Bill Lover Staff: City Manager Moore, City Attorney Cutter and City Clerk Claar Tee 2. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Coffey led the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Interpreter Services Mayor Coffey introduced Jorge Villasenor who announced interpreter services are available. 4. Open Discussion for the Good of the Order City Manager Moore read a statement on immigration status in the City of Yakima. Mayor Coffey stated it was important that a statement on the City's policy be made and there would be no further statements regarding the Welcoming City issue. A. Presentations / Recognitions / Introductions Apple Award for Waterworks Device Crew Leader Jeff Morris Dave Brown, Water and Irrigation Manager, recognized Jeff Morris for going above and beyond the call of duty. Mayor Coffey presented Mr. Morris with a crystal apple award. Page 1 of 4 Recognition of retiring Human Resources Assistant Michelle Wiltsey - 33 years of service Connie Mendoza, Human Resources Director, recognized retiring employee Michelle Wiltsey for 33 years of service to the City of Yakima. Mayor Coffey presented Ms. Wiltsey with a service award. 5. Council Reports A. Accept Council Neighborhood & Community Building Committee meeting minutes of December 16, 2016 and January 26, 2017 MOTION: Mendez moved and Adkison seconded to accept the Council Neighborhood & Community Building Committee meeting minutes of December 16, 2016, and January 26, 2017. The motion carried by unanimous vote. 6. Consent Agenda Mayor Coffey referred to the items placed on the Consent Agenda, questioning whether there were any additions or deletions from Council members or citizens present. Items 9 (now 6G) and 10 (now 6H) were added to the consent agenda. The City Clerk read the Consent Agenda items, including resolutions and ordinances, by title. (Items on the Consent Agenda are handled under one motion without further discussion—see motion directly below.) MOTION:Dproval mRMinf end econ onsent agenda. The motiou te. A. th o ua and F ruary 7, 2017, City in nd Jan ry 1, 2017, City ouncil Special meeting B. Approve payment of disbursements for the period January 1 – 31, 2017 C. Project Completion and Contract Acceptance for Standard Paint & Flooring, LLC - Project - Capitol Theater Carpeting (Standard Motion V -B -Accept the project and approve) D. Project Completion and Contract Acceptance for Leslie & Campbell, I nc. Project 2434 Collections Building Roofing Rehabilitations (Standard Motion V- B -Accept the project and approve) E. Resolution authorizing an Interlocal Agreement for STOP Formula Grant Program funding between the Yakima Police Department and the Yakima County Sheriff's Office RESOLUTION NO. R-2017-022, A RESOLUTION authorizing the Chief of Police of the City of Yakima to execute an I nterlocal Agreement for STOP Formula Grant Program funding between the Yakima Police Department and the Yakima County Sheriff's Office F. Resolution authorizing consent to a settlement entered into by the City of Yakima, CIAW and Munich Reinsurance to resolve and settle the lawsuit brought by Charles "Doug" Mayo Page 2 of 4 7. RESOLUTION NO. R-2017-023, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager of the City of Yakima to consent to a settlement entered into by the City of Yakima, CIAW and Munich Reinsurance to resolve and settle the lawsuit brought by Charles "Doug" Mayo. G. Resolution authorizing an agreement with One Chestnut, LLC for a multi -family housing limited tax exemption RESOLUTION NO. R-2017-024, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager of the City of Yakima to execute an agreement between the City of Yakima and One Chestnut, LLC for a multi -family housing limited tax exemption. H. Ordinance amending YMC Chapter 1.18 to reorganize certain administrative departments of the City ORDINANCE NO. 2017-007, AN ORDINANCE concerning administration; providing for reorganization of several departments and divisions of the City of Yakima to provide for more consistent oversight of related services and eliminate a department director position; amending Yakima Municipal Code Sections 1.18.005, 1.18.015, and 1.18.050; and repealing Yakima Municipal Code Section 1. 18.052 in its entirety. Audience Participation Mayor Coffey noted with the statement on the City's immigration status there will be no further action on a Welcoming or Sanctuary City. Assistant Mayor Mendez commented that unless one of the Council members on the prevailing side of the vote against the Welcomin done. She ted, February 2 o hea still welco to coi i&further to be mittee agenda for unity members are Denise EnOTMrAr J Tahoma Cemetery. and attention to Javier Gutierrez, City resident, referred to articles he presented to the Council on homeless issues and suggested the City follow President Roosevelt's model for a solution to homelessness. Jessie Ingram, City resident, suggested adding another disc golf course in the City and asked for Council support. Andy Ferguson, non resident, representing Transform Yakima Together, appealed to Council members to take the high road, find common ground and not buy into politics as usual. Spoke in favor of a Welcoming City resolution Vennesy Martinez, City resident; Asahi Martinez, City resident; Ms. Martinez, City resident and mother of Vennesy and Asahi; William Crow, City resident; Molly Storrs, City resident and representing ACT Yakima; Dr. Kay Funk, City resident and noted her appreciation for the statement by City Manager Moore; Nuno Fernandez, City resident; Josh Sixberry, City resident; Ed Pacheco, City resident; Kimberly Alman, City resident; and Audel Ramirez, City resident. Spoke against a Welcoming City resolution Page 3 of 4 Denise Englehart Johnson, City resident; Sandy Belzer, non-resident and John Larson, City resident. PUBLIC HEARINGS 8. Public meeting and resolution to consider the final plat approval of Catalyss Phases 1 and 2 located at 4200 Castlevale Road Supervising Planner Jeff Peters briefed Council on the item. Mayor Coffey opened the public hearing and, with no one coming forward to speak, closed the hearing. The City Clerk read the resolution by title only. MOTION: A. Gutierrez moved and Cousens seconded to adopt the resolution. The motion carried by unanimous vote. RESOLUTION NO. R-2017-025, A RESOLUTION approving the final plat of Catalyss (Phases 1 and 2) and authorizing the Mayor to sign the final plat. 9. Other Business Council Member D. Gutierrez stated she has brought up a request for a Study Session on Miller Park several times and would like to see that scheduled. Council Member Lover suggested the Parks & Recreation Commission be included in the meeting. Mayor Coffey suggested Council and the community work with legislators on the Pathway to Citizenship Program. City Manag or AerrezembcFded by calling 575- 6713 or su itting nli throu10. Adjournm t MOTION: mo andadj n to the next Council meeting. The motion carried by unanimous vote. The meeting adjourned at 7:28 p.m. CERTIFICATION READ AND CERTIFIED ACCURATE BY ATTEST: CITY CLERK COUNCIL MEMBER DATE COUNCIL MEMBER DATE MAYOR Page 4 of 4 T� r 3 *w YAKIMA CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION February 21, 2017 City Hall -- Council Chambers 4 p.m. Roll Call Council: Mayor Kathy Coffey, presiding, Assistant Mayor Carmen Mendez, Council Members Maureen Adkison, Holly Cousens, Avina Gutierrez, Dulce Gutierrez and Bill Lover Staff: City Manager Moore and City Clerk Claar Tee 2. 2017-2020 Yakima Economic Development Strategic Plan Economic Dev Man ins bri d Cou The following E nomic v artn s ke i of th Ian: Verlynn Best, Greater Yakima hambe f mm e; L ez, ispanic Cha er of Commerce; and Maria DJ R ur Com it evelo e Resources. The City Clerk read the resolution by title only. After Council discussion, MOTION: Adkison moved and Cousens seconded to acceptand adopt the Economic Development Strategic Plan (resolution). The motion carried by a 6-1 vote, Lover voting no. RESOLUTION NO. R-2017-021 A RESOLUTION approving and adopting the Yakima Economic Development Strategic Plan for the City of Yakima, which establishes priorities, identifies strategies, and sets performance measures to monitor and measure Strategic Plan progress. 3. Adjournment MOTION: Coffey moved to adjourn to the next City Council Business meeting today, February 21, 2017, at 5.45 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The motion carried by unanimous vote. The meeting adjourned at 5:06 p.m. CERTIFICATION READ AND CERTIFIED ACCURATE BY COUNCIL MEMBER DATE ATTEST: CITY CLERK COUNCIL MEMBER DATE MAYOR AI m I M lawqk A m=A, 0 1 T� r 3 *w - . . . ....... YAKIMA CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION February 28, 2017 City Hall -- Council Chambers 10 a.m. Roll Call Council: Mayor Kathy Coffey, presiding, Assistant Mayor Carmen Mendez, Council Members Maureen Adkison (departed at 11:29 a.m.), Holly Cousens, Avina Gutierrez, Dulce Gutierrez and Bill Lover Staff: City Manager Moore and City Clerk Claar Tee 2. Transportation Benefit District Project List City Manager (TBD) and coi and powers of t District I the rights City Attorney CL0W.6pgffed fere is IW#se lawlq�iing the interVation of whether the TBD is a tax or a ee. His opinion, an at of Municipal Research Services Center, is that it is a fee and therefore only requires a simple majority to pass. Assistant City Attorney Faul noted once Council has made a decision on a final project list, a public hearing must be conducted with proper notification prior to final approval of the list. Additionally, the Council must pass an ordinance relating to the amount of the TBD fee. MOTION: A. Gutierrez moved and Cousens seconded to reconsider the current list in place for possibility of amending thatlist. A. Gutierrez moved to withdraw her motion and there were no objections. Council reviewed the $15 TBD project list and approved the following amendments to bring back at the next Council meeting for finalization: Street projects: *N. 1 st Street revitalization, Phase 2 (20 yr. bond) — unanimous Council consensus to keep on the list, Adkison absent. *Nob Hill & FairAvenue I/S — unanimous Council consensus to keep on the list, Adkison absent. *Powerhouse Rd & Englewood I/S — unanimous Council consensus to keep on the list, Adkison absent. *6th Avenue Roadway improvements — Council consensus to add to the list, Coffey voting no, Adkison absent. *Aquatic Center Road -- River Road (SI ED Loan Payment) — Council consensus to keep on the list, A. Gutierrez and D. Gutierrez voting no, Adkison absent. *Washington and Longfiber I/S -- unanimous Council consensus to remove from the list, Adkison absent. *16th and Fruitvale I/S — unanimous Council consensus to remove from the list, Adkison absent. *MOTION: A. Gutierrez moved and Mendez seconded to remove 1st Street and Washington from the TBD list. The motion failed by a 3-3 vote, A. Gutierrez, D. Gutierrez and Lover voting no, Adkison absent. This item remains on the list. *MOTION: Lover moved and Cousens seconded to add Tieton and 16th intersection to the list. The motion failed by a 4-2 vote, Coffey, A. Gutierrez, D. Gutierrez and Mendez voting no, Adkison absent. Sidewalk projects: *31d Ave: Nob Hill to Walnut — Council consensus to keep on the list, Lover voting no, Coffey and Adkison absent. *Naches Ave: Walnut to Pacific — Council consensus to keep on the list, Coffey and Lover voting no, Adkison absent. *4th Street: Walnut to Pacific — Council consensus to keep on the list, Coffey and Lover voting no, Adkison absent. *Chestnut: 56th Ave to 70th Ave — Council consensus to keep on the list, Lover voting no, Adkison absent. *Mead Ave: 27th Adkison absent *Brown Ave: 7thve to 1 Adkison absent th Ayp -- Council cortsensus us r voting no, n the lif, Lover voting no, *MOTION: CoLMITY oved%nd D. GTMrrez seMrffled to remoM sidewalk projects from G Street to MLK on 2nd Street, 3rd Stree4 4th Stree4 6th Street and 7th Street from the list. The motion carried by unanimous vote, Adkison absent. *MOTION: Cousens moved and A. Gutierrez seconded to add #319, 44th Avenue: North of vola to Randall Park (west side of road). The motion carried by a 5-1 vote, Lover voting no, Adkison absent. *MOTION: Mendez moved and A. Gutierrez seconded to add #306, Mead & 10th Ave Pedestrian signal. The motion carried by a 5-1 vote, Lover voting no, Adkison absent. It was consensus to bring back a cost estimate for sidewalks around the fairgrounds. *MOTION: A. Gutierrez moved and Cousens seconded to add #320 to the list, sidewalk project Prasch Avenue: 10th Avenue to Ledwich Avenue. The motion failed by a 4-2 vote, Coffey, Cousens, Lover and Mendez voting no, Adkison absent. Audience comments: Rob Strader, City resident, and Shirley Strader, City resident, spoke in support of the car tab fee. Ed Pacheco, City resident, spoke against the car tab fee and suggested Council look at alternative funding sources. 3. Adjournment MOTION: Coffey moved and Cousens seconded to adjourn to a Special Meeting with the Yakima School District Board on March 2, 2017, at 6 p.m. at Yakima School District Central Services Conference Rooms A & B, 104 North 4th Avenue, Yakima. The motion carried by unanimous vote, Adkison absent. The meeting adjourned at 1:41 p.m. CERTIFICATION READ AND CERTIFIED ACCURATE BY ATTEST: CITY CLERK Jim COUNCIL MEMBER DATE COUNCIL MEMBER DATE MAYOR s} yM1= [ 3 t•, YAKIMA CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING March 2, 2017 YSD Central Services Conference Rooms A& B, 104 North 4th Avenue, Yakima 6:00 p.m. Special Joint Meeting with Yakima School District Board (YSD) 1. Roll Call Mayor Coffey called the Special Joint Meeting to order at 6:04 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance at the Yakima School District (YSD) Board Room, 104 N. 4th Avenue, Yakima, Washington. Council: Mayor Kathy Coffey, presiding, Assistant Mayor Carmen Mendez, Council Members Maureen Adkison, Dulce Gutierrez and Bill Lover Staff: City Manager Moore and City Clerk Claar Tee Absent: Council Members Cousen (excused) and A. Gutierrez (excused) YSD Board Memb Ma Ri John nbro d Gr ela Villanuev ere present, along with School Board Sup intende J De ty peri Cece hre President Rice an unce er ter s e nd no t meeting is b g broadcast live on cable channel 191. 2. Recognition Mayor Coffey and Deputy Fire Chief Soptich recognized Yakima Police Department School Resource OfficerAngie Nielson and Eisenhower Custodian Douglas Choate and Eisenhower Security Staff Member Anthony Stewart for saving the life of a student. 3. Homelessness City Manager Moore gave a briefing on the City's efforts to reduce homelessness. Board President Rice gave a Powerpoint presentation on homelessness amongst YSD students. 4. Safety & Security Yakima Police Lieutenant Sean Boyle provided an update on how School Resource Officers are assigned to YSD, how the program works and the tremendous amount of positive interactions between officers and students each day. He stated the program is mutually beneficial and hopes it continues for years to come. President Rice noted they often hear stories from students and staff about the benefit of the relationship between the officers and students. Superintendent Irion presented a PowerPoint on safety and security, including discipline data. He also discussed the Positive Behavior Intervention and Support system implemented at YSD. 5. Mentorship/Internship Program Page 1 of 2 Mayor Coffey noted for the first time the City of Yakima is participating in an Association of Washington Cities scholarship program and will be selecting a student to nominate for this scholarship. Council Member D. Gutierrez reported on the mentorship/internship program. She noted each Council member has been assigned a student, and the student must attend three City Council meetings or Committee meetings for 1-2 hours each. Once completed, the student will be eligible for a paid summer internship at the City. 6. Adjournment MOTION: Adkison moved and D. Gutierrez seconded to adjourn to the next Council Business meeting on March 7, 2017, at 6 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The motion carried by unanimous vote, Cousens and A. Gutierrez absent. The meeting adjourned at 7:29 p.m. CERTIFICATION READ AND CERTIFIED ACCURATE BY COUNCIL MEMBER DATE COUNCIL MEMBER DATE ATTEST: Page 2 of 2 1. 2. xx•. s. °ts m YAKIMA CITY COUNCIL March 7, 2017 City Hall -- Council Chambers 6 p.m. Business Meeting; 6:30 p.m. Public Hearing BUSINESS MEETING Roll Call Council: Mayor Kathy Coffey, presiding, Assistant Mayor Carmen Mendez, Council Members Maureen Adkison, Holly Cousens, Avina Gutierrez, Dulce Gutierrez and Bill Lover Staff: City Manager Moore, City Attorney Cutter and City Clerk Claar Tee Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Coffey led the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Interpreteervi� Mayor Cof intro available. ase 4. Open Discussion for the Good o-TfFie Order — A. Presentations / Recognitions / Introductions 1 nterpr r services are Davis High School Prevention Club presentation (5-7 minutes) Joy Mendoza, Elias Prieto and Ciara Brown of the A.C. Davis High School CCAN Youth Club (Connecting to Compassionate Aspiring Navigators) spoke about their efforts for student prevention and intervention. Students Esequiel Tapia and Danny Torres played guitar and sang a brief song. Yakima Valley Tourism Annual Report presentation John Cooper, President and CEO at Yakima Valley Tourism, shared a PowerPoint on the 2016 Yakima Valley Tourism Annual Report. 5. Council Reports A. Report from Council Public Safety Committee Assistant Mayor Mendez briefed Council on the Council Public Safety Committee meeting held on February 23. She noted the Committee heard from those in favor and those against the Welcoming City issue. They also heard from Matt Fairbanks, with the Dispute Resolution Center (DRC). The Committee agreed any funding for DRC to assist in district Page 1 of 6 community forums on this topic should be from outside sources. City Manager Moore noted he is in discussions with several entities who may donate funding for the $6,500 cost. 6. Consent Agenda Mayor Coffey referred to the items placed on the Consent Agenda, questioning whether there were any additions or deletions from Council members or citizens present. Item 9 (now 61) and 12 (now 6J) were added to the consent agenda. The City Clerk read the Consent Agenda items, including resolutions and ordinances, by title. (Items on the Consent Agenda are handled under one motion without further discussion—see motion directly below.) MOTION: Cousens moved and Adkison seconded to approve the consent agenda. The motion carried by unanimous vote. A. 4th Quarter 2016 Accounts Receivable Status Report B. 4th Quarter 2016 Treasury Report C. Project Completion and Contract Acceptance for Corrosion Companies, Inc. - Sodium Hypochlorite Storage (Standard Motion V -B -Accept the project and approve) D. au ArIle n State partm o nterpriu ing state co acts for purchasing RESOLUT N NO. 2 -0N thorizing an irecting the City Manager o f Y ma tor ntract Usag greement with The State of Was ing on Department rvices. E. Resolution authorizing an Assignment of Note and Deed of Trust relating to property located at 415 North 6th Avenue, which will result in the City being able to move forward with foreclosure, removal of the dilapidated structure, and to work with Habitat for Humanity to build another low income housing unit RESOLUTION NO. R-2017-027, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager to execute the Assignment of Note and Deed of Trust transferring interest in the instrument to the City of Yakima from KeyBank. F. Resolution authorizing an agreement with the Yakima Rotary Club Southwest for development of a playground facility in Chesterley Park RESOLUTION NO. R -2017-028,A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City Manager of the City of Yakima to execute an agreement between the City of Yakima and the Yakima Rotary Club Southwest for development of a playground facility in Chesterley Park G. Ordinance relating to Public Services; amending the City of Yakima Municipal Code for the purpose of updating the fee schedule for certain police services ORDINANCE NO. 2017-008, AN ORDINANCE relating to Public Services; amending the City of Yakima Municipal Code for the purpose of updating the fee schedule for certain Page 2 of 6 police services. H. Ordinance updating Classification and Compensation Plan for City Employees Section 2.20.100 ORDINANCE NO. 2017-009, AN ORDINANCE relating to City personnel; adopting a classification and compensation plan for City employees to be effective April 9, 2017; and repealing all preceding pay ordinances in the City of Yakima Municipal Code. Washington State Auditor Report on Financial Statements and Federal Single Audit of the City of Yakima for 2015 Resolution authorizing extension of emergency cold weather shelters through March 22, 2017 RESOLUTION NO. R-2017-029, ARESOLUTION amending Resolution No. R-2016-133 authorizing and directing the Yakima Community Development Department to extend the City's policy regarding temporary emergency cold weather shelters in the City of Yakima, as outlined in Resolution R-2016-133, through March 22, 2017 7. Audience Participation Rogelio Montes, City resident, and Nellie Preito, non-resident, presented a petition of over 3,200 signatures in support of a Welcoming City Resolution. The followi nit spok favor i ming City: Jack McEn e, non- id Cr e, 'it y r aula brano, City resident; Molly Storr City re a nd ke f T Yakima in g Council members to attend th t it gro incen a au, non-resi t. The following community members spoke against becoming a Welcoming City: Luis Lopez, City resident; Dr. Michael Horn, non-resident, Pastor Rosetta Horne, non- resident. PUBLIC HEARINGS 8. First public input meeting on the 2016 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) Archie Matthews, Office of Neighborhood Development Services Manager, briefed Council on the issue and explained other than conducting a public meeting, no action is expected on this item at this time. Mayor Coffey opened the public hearing and, with no one coming forward to speak, closed the hearing. DEPARTMENT ITEMS 9. Resolution authorizing an economic development and promotions agreement with the Yakima Hispanic Chamber of Commerce for the Cinco De Mayo celebration Page 3 of 6 Economic Development Director Hawkins briefed Council on the agreement. Assistant Mayor Mendez suggested the City begin reducing the funding for this event each year until there is no financial support, similar to the YPAL and DAY reductions. She wanted the Hispanic Chamber to be aware that she will be bringing this up during 2018 budget process. The City Clerk read the resolution by title only. MOTION: A. Gutierrez moved and Cousens seconded to adopt the resolution. The motion carried by unanimous vote. RESOLUTION NO. R-2017-030, ARESOLUTION authorizing an economic development and promotion agreement with the Yakima Hispanic Chamber of Commerce for the Cinco De Mayo event 10. Resolution authorizing an agreement with the Yakima Fourth of July Committee to provide a fireworks display and entertainment on the evening of July 4, 2017 Economic Development Director Hawkins briefed Council on the issue. The City Clerk read the resolution by title only. MOTION: Cousens moved and A. Gutierrez seconded to adopt the resolution. The motion carried by unanimous vote. RESOLUT 01 SOL ON a t ager of the City of Yakima to cute g ement twe t City Yakima and e Yakima Fourth of July Com ee to p i rks pla nd ment the evening of July 4, 2017. CIT MANA UPDAT 11. Resolution authorizing a lease agreement with Transform Yakima Together, a religious organization, to lease property located at the intersection of Castlevale Road and Fruitvale Blvd., for a temporary homeless encampment City Manager Moore stated based on conversations with community members near the Fruitvale Blvd. location, they have brought other options, some previously considered. He stated the location behind the Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) would be easy to prepare, is behind the closed K -mart, has one business nearby and is near the Greenway and Arboretum; however, there are no nearby residences. He stated Transform Yakima Together plans a different experience than last year's encampment with army tents, registration, only those registered may enter and security. He stated Transform Yakima is in negotiations to lease a former church to set up a day room in order for people at the encampment to have a place to go for meals and escape the cold and heat with the long term goal of having a 24 hour low barrier shelter for men and women at the Pierce Street location. Mayor Coffey noted there are a lot of people in attendance who are against the Fruitvale location. MOTION: Mendez moved and Cousens seconded to not accept the Fruitvale location. The motion carried by unanimous vote. Dennis Macia's, City resident, spoke in support of the WWTP location for an encampment. Page 4 of 6 Pastor Rosetta Horne, non-resident, asked if the area would be safe. City Manager Moore responded it is safe. Pastor Ferguson reported if the WWTP location is selected they are working with area churches, People -for -People and the City's transit to provide transportation to and from the location. After Council discussion, MOTION: Lover moved and Adkison seconded to select site #1, the Wastewater Treatment Plant. The motion carried by a 5-2 vote, Mendez and A. Gutierrez voting no. 12. Discussion on modifying the Transportation Benefit District (TBD) project list and proposed resolution setting a public hearing for March 21, 2017 City Manager Moore reviewed the draft project list as approved by Council at the February 28 Study Session. MOTION: D. Gutierrez moved and A. Gutierrez seconded to add (sidewalk projects) C-21 (Pacific Ave: FairAve to Jail property), C-22 (FairAve: Pacific to Nob Hill) and C-23 (Nob Hill Blvd. 12th Street to 14th Street) as they are all related to the area around the fairgrounds. The motion carried by a 5-2 vote, Lover and Coffey voting no. MOTION: Adkison moved and Mendez seconded to add sidewalk project C-24, 88th Ave: Tieton to Summitview-Apple Valley Elementary to the list. The motion carried by Lo Gutier voting MOTION: ndez 'RAFT s on dd (si walk project) C-25, N. 16th A Frui le Riv d, n ried by unani ous vote. Council Member Cousens asked about the intersection at 40th Avenue and Chestnut. City Engineer Sheffield noted he is in the process of scheduling a meeting regarding this with the neighborhood. MOTION: A. Gutierrez moved and Mendez seconded to move this list forward for a public hearing. The motion carried by a 6-1 vote, Lover voting no. Council Member Cousens stated 68 percent of the citizens of Yakima voted that any increase in taxes needed a supermajority vote. She feels the TBD is still a tax and not a fee and should require a supermajority vote. City Attorney Cutter stated with the new court ruling, it is his firm opinion that the TBD is a fee and not a tax and therefore only requires a simple majority vote to pass. MOTION: Cousens moved and D. Gutierrez seconded that we require five votes to create and fund this TBD. The motion failed by a 4-3 vote, Adkison, Coffey, A. Gutierrez and Mendez voting no. The City Clerk read the resolution by title only. MOTION: A. Gutierrez moved and Mendez seconded to adopt the resolution. The motion carried by unanimous vote. Page 5 of 6 RESOLUTION NO. R-2017-032, RESOLUTION setting the time and place for hearing on March 21, 2017 at 6:30 PM in the City of Yakima Council Chambers to hear from the public on amending transportation improvements to be exercised or funded on the Transportation Benefit District Project List. 13. Other Business Council Member D. Gutierrez noted the Welcoming City conversation has gone on for several months and at this point the resolution is dead. However, she is still concerned about the continued fears expressed in the chambers, in emails and at committee meetings. She is still interested in exploring options of legal parameters for police policies and would like to work with legal on that. Mayor Coffey asked if this is an extension of the Welcoming City issue, which Council Member D. Gutierrez stated it is not. MOTION: D. Gutierrez moved and Mendez seconded that Council members work with City staff to further explore the full legal parameters of inclusive public safety policy to explore all options for a future ordinance. The motion carried by a 5-2 vote, Coffey and Lover voting no. MOTION: Lover moved and Cousens seconded to have this project completed within 90 days. The motion carried by unanimous vote. 14. Adjournment MOTION: Mendez moved and Cousens seconded to adjourn to the next Council Business on 2017 6 p. tubers at City Hall. The tion c d unani us he eting adjour at 9:17 p.m. CERTIFICATION READ AND CERTIFIED ACCURATE BY ATTEST: CITY CLERK COUNCIL MEMBER DATE COUNCIL MEMBER DATE MAYOR Page 6 of 6