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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/02/2010 Business Meeting 98 YAKIMA CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING MARCH 2, 2010 COUNCIL CHAMBERS — YAKIMA CITY HALL 5:00 P.M. — EXECUTIVE SESSION 1. Roll Call Present: Council: Mayor Micah Cawley, presiding, Assistant Mayor Kathy Coffey, Council Members Maureen Adkison, Dave Edler, Rick Ensey, Dave Ettl and Bill Lover Staff: Assistant City Manager Zabell and City Attorney Cutter 2. Executive Session: • Property Acquisition Executive Session was held and adjourned at 5:20 p.m. 6:00 P.M. — BUSINESS MEETING 1. Roll Call Present: Council: Mayor Micah Cawley, presiding, Assistant Mayor Kathy Coffey, Council Members Maureen Adkison, Dave Edler, Rick Ensey, Dave Ettl and Bill Lover Staff: Assistant City Manager Zabell, City Attorney Cutter and City Clerk Kloster 2. Invocation /Pledge of Allegiance Council Member Edler gave an invocation and led the Pledge of Allegiance 3. Open Discussion for the Good of the Order A. Proclamations • Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) Month Mayor Cawley read a proclamation declaring February 24 through March 27, 2010 as WIAA Month. Harlan Credit, Gene Rostvold, Rich Rouleau and Rich Austin accepted the proclamation. B. Presentationslrecognitionslintroductions Members of Cub Scout Troop 115 of Selah, working on their Citizenship in the Community merit badge, came forward and introduced themselves. City • employee, Mike Antijunti, is the troop leader. C. Status reports on prior meeting's citizen service requests 1. Gun show regulations (Larry Breer) City Attorney Jeff Cutter advised that it is inappropriate for the City to take any action since the firearm regulation is specifically pre - empted by state law and any regulation not specifically authorized by RCW is not permitted. 199 MARCH 2, 2010 2. Clearview violation (Richard Marcley) Joe Caruso, Acting Code Administration Manager, reviewed the report in the packet and previous action taken in December 2004. Richard Marcley gave a detailed presentation using a drawing board and a description of a clearview triangle by WSDOT. He claims the City inadvertently applied the clearview triangle in two directions. He feels the City did not follow the WSDOT recommendations when adopting the second clearview triangle and pointed out that because there is a stop sign, the second clearview triangle is unnecessary. He claimed the neighbor complaints are revenge for his complaining about their barking dogs. He hopes the City will revisit the ordinance and put this issue in abeyance while they are studying it: The Council Transit/Transportation Committee will review the matter. 3. County Courthouse Sidewalk Improvement Project (Mike Hunnel) Joe Caruso, Acting Code Administration Manager, reviewed the response provided in the packet and advised that the newly created parking spaces are now ADA compliant D. Appointments to Boards, Commissions and Council Committees None 4. Consent Agenda Mayor Cawley referred to the items placed on the Consent Agenda, questioning whether there were any additions or deletions from either Council members or citizens present. Item No.12 was added to the Consent Agenda. The City Clerk read the Consent Agenda items, including resolutions and ordinances by title. LOVER MOVED AND COFFEY SECONDED TO ADOPT THE CONSENT AGENDA,AS READ. 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.) *A. Consideration of approval of Council Minutes • Business Meetings — January 19, February 2 and February 16, 2010 • Adjourned Meeting — February 18, 2010 The minutes of the January 19, February 2 and February 16, 2010 Business meetings and the February 18, 2010 Adjourned meeting were approved, having been duly certified accurate by two Council members and no one present wishing to have said minutes read publicly. *B. Consideration of approval of Council Committee Meeting Minutes • Boards and Commissions Nominating Committee — January 12, 2010 • Neighborhood Development Committee — February 3, 2010 • Intergovernmental Committee — February 9, 2010 • Rules and Procedures Committee — February 18, 2010 The Council Committee meeting minutes were approved. 2 200 MARCH 2, 2010 5. Audience Participation Carole Skolrud, 7 N. 93 Avenue, asked if improvements to 88 Avenue between Summitview and Tieton Drive are on the list of projects. She described the condition of the roadway and the impacts to walkers, joggers and children from Apple Valley School. She was advised that the Six -Year Transportation Improvement Plan will be reviewed in a public hearing on April 6 A response to her comments will be given at the next Council business meeting, March 23, 2010. Rich Ausink, 347 N. 23 Avenue, spoke about the continued problems of gang activity, graffiti, and drug use in the area of the walking path from 23 Avenue to Lincoln stairwell. He requested the stairwell be closed off. Staff will review and report back at the next Council meeting. 7:00 P.M. — PUBLIC HEARINGS 6. Public Hearing on the Citizen Participation Policy Archie Matthews, Operations Supervisor- Office of Neighborhood Development Services, advised that HUD requires participating jurisdictions receiving CDBG and HOME funds to have an adopted Citizen Participation Policy. The 30 -day written comment period ends on March 10 There must be two public hearings held; this is the first with the second scheduled for March 23, 2010. Mayor Cawley opened the public hearing and with no one coming forward to speak, closed it. CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS 7. Consideration of the Yakima Police Department Reserve Unit 2009 Annual Report Lt. Merryman introduced the reserve officers that were present. He advised that this is their first report and it shows there were over 6,100 man hours in 2009 at no cost to the City. 8. Consideration of a Resolution authorizing execution of an agreement with the Yakima Southwest Rotary Club for a basketball court at Kiwanis Park Ken Wilkinson, Parks & Recreation Manager, described the partnership with the Yakima Southwest Rotary Club who will donate up to $20,000 for the installation of a basketball court at Kiwanis Park. Rick Smith, president of Southwest Rotary, spoke about the project. The City Clerk read the resolution by title; COFFEY MOVED AND ENSEY SECONDED TO ADOPT THE RESOLUTION. The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. 3 201 MARCH 2, 2010 RESOLUTION NO. R- 2010 -28, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager of the City of Yakima to execute an agreement with the Yakima Southwest Rotary Club for development of a basketball court at Kiwanis Park. 9. Report and recommendation from Council Rules and Procedures Committee and consideration of legislation regarding the Yakima Arts Commission: A. An Ordinance relating to administration, specifying the residency status for certain members appointed to the Yakima Arts Commission; and amending YMC section 1.36.030 of the Yakima Municipal Code Bill Cook, Community and Economic Development Director, advised that the Council Rules and Procedures Committee reviewed the ordinance with regard to residency requirements and is recommending an amendment to add that at least three of the "local community representatives" be required to be city residents. The original appointment recommendation by the Council Nomination Committee was brought forward again for approval as it meets the amended residency requirement. The City Clerk read the resolution by title; LOVER MOVED AND ENSEY SECONDED TO PASS THE ORDINANCE. The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. ORDINANCE NO. 2010 -09, AN ORDINANCE relating to administration, specifying the residency status for certain members appointed to the Yakima Arts Commission; and amending YMC section 1.36.030 of the Yakima Municipal Code. B. Consideration of appointments to the Yakima Arts Commission COFFEY MOVED AND ADKISON SECONDED TO ACCEPT THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF APPOINTMENTS TO THE ARTS COMMISSION. The motion carried by a 6 -1 roll call vote; Lover voting no. COFFEY MOVED AND ETTL SECONDED TO DIRECT STAFF TO PUT TOGETHER THE ORDINANCES FOR RECONSIDERATION OF THE RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PLANNING COMMISSION AND TO CHANGE THE RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE YAKIMA AIR TERMINAL AND THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION. The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. 10. Reports from the Council Public Safety Committee: A. Update of City of Yakima Gang -free Initiative status Michael Morales, Deputy Director of Community and Economic Development, said they are working on intervention and prevention strategies. They will determine if there is enough resource allocation commensurate with the need in Yakima. They are working with many regional organizations trying to build upon things already implemented; e.g. neighborhood groups and forming block watches. It is desirous to have residents be involved as part of the solution. Administrative staff and liaison Police Lt. Mike Merryman will be involved in creating a framework for a collaborative effort with the community partners. Staff will present a plan for Council review in 60- 90 days on how to allocate resources in both the short and long terms. 4 202 MARCH 2, 2010 B. Study of red Tight camera /school zone cameras It was recommended by Council Member Adkison to have the full Council see the presentation on red light cameras. ETTL MOVED AND ADKISON SECONDED THAT WE TAKE AN ADVISORY VOTE TO DETERMINE THE WILL OF COUNCIL AND DETERMINE WHETHER THERE IS SUFFICIENT SUPPORT FOR A JOINT PRESENTATION BY PROVIDERS SO THE COUNCIL HAS ALL THE INFORMATION THAT THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE HAD EARLIER. The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. C. Recommendations regarding school district School Resource Office funding Because the schools are experiencing economic hardships, continuation of the SROs in the schools would require the City to pay 25% of the costs. The only budget option to cover the cost is to hold the vacant police officer position open at least until the 4th quarter. This recommendation was forwarded by the Council Safety Committee. COFFEY MOVED AND ADKISON SECONDED TO FORWARD THE 2010 PROPOSAL OF $97,050 (25 %). The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. D. Review of 2009 crime statistics Cesar Abreu, Crime and Intelligence Analyst Supervisor, reported that statistics show a 1.1% decline in overall crime in 2009 compared to 2008. It is believed that the emphasis patrols are a key factor in that reduction. 11. Report regarding action by Yakima County Commissioners concerning Boundary Review Board for Washington Heights Annexation Assistant City Manager Zabell referred to a memo received from the County Commissioners asking the City for a moratorium on annexations. With regard to how it affects this item, it is staff's recommendation to let the Boundary Review Board's scheduled meeting go forward. He noted it is time to accelerate the talks between the Council the County Commissioners. This all relates to the conditions • under which the City has historically provided wastewater to unincorporated areas, started decades ago with the 4 -party Agreement. A moratorium will essentially make properties outside the city ineligible for annexation. They would not be able to sign a promissory note for annexation putting us in the position of being unable to provide wastewater service outside city limits without being in violation of our own codes and policies. A lengthy discussion ensued on the terms of the 4 -party Agreement and effects of a moratorium. Following the discussion it was the consensus of Council to take no action regarding the County's request for an 18- month moratorium on annexations and to schedule a study session to review the annexation policy. *12. Consideration of adoption of 2010 federal legislative priorities The 2010 federal legislative priorities were adopted. 5 203 MARCH 2, 2010 *13. Report from Council Neighborhood Development Committee recommending approval of a Resolution authorizing execution of a contract with Rural Community RESOLUTION NO. R- 2010 -29, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement with Rural Community Development Resources (RCDR) in the amount of Fifty Thousand Dollars ($50,000) in Community Development Block Grant funds to provide technical assistance to microenterprise businesses within the Yakima Renewal Community. *14. Consideration of a Resolution authorizing execution of a contract with Washington State Public Works Board regarding 2009 -2011 capital budget appropriation for Yakima Downtown Futures project RESOLUTION NO. R- 2010 -30, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City Manager to execute agreements, certifications and readiness surveys pursuant to the award of a Washington State Direct Appropriation administered by the Public Works Board, in the amount of $1,000,000 to complete reconstruction of 8 Street between "A" Street and Chestnut Avenue as part of the Downtown Futures Initiative (DFI). The City Manager will also be authorized to execute any other such documents that may be deemed necessary and prudent for the completion of this project. *15. Consideration of a Resolution authorizing execution of a Memorandum of Agreement between the Bureau of Reclamation and the City of Yakima to improve fish passage associated with irrigation diversions at Nelson Dam RESOLUTION NO. R- 2010 -31, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City Manager of the City of Yakima to execute a memorandum of agreement with the United States Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation, Pacific Northwest Region, to complete the design of a fish screen to meet the water demands of the City of Yakima, Naches - Cowiche, Fruitvale and Old Union irrigation canals. *16. Consideration of a Resolution authorizing execution of a contract with HDR Engineering, Inc. to assess all potential options for the Naches - Cowiche Dam Diversion Consolidation Project in order to determine a preferred option RESOLUTION NO. R- 2010 -32, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City Manager of the City of Yakima to execute a contract with HDR Engineering, Inc. to provide professional services to the City to assess all potential options for the Naches- Cowiche Dam Diversion Consolidation Project in order to determine a preferred option. *17. Set date of Joint City /County Public Hearing for March 23, 2010 to consider amendments to the Yakima Urban Area Zoning Ordinance (Title 15) of the Yakima Municipal Code March 23, 2010 was set as the date of a joint City /County public hearing to consider amendments to the Yakima Urban Area Zoning Ordinance (Title 15) of the Yakima Municipal Code 6 204 MARCH 2, 2010 *18. Set date of Joint City /County Public Hearing for March 23, 2010 to consider text amendments to the Yakima Urban Area Comprehensive Plan for the regional commercial district March 23, 2010 was set as the date of a joint City /County Closed Record Public Hearing to consider text amendment to the Yakima Urban Area Comprehensive Plan for the regional commercial district *19. Set date of Closed Record Public Hearing for March 23, 2010 concerning a recommendation from the Hearing Examiner for a rezone application from Casey Kitt for property at 402 South 66 Avenue March 23, 2010 was set as the date of a closed record public hearing concerning a recommendation from the Hearing Examiner for a rezone application from Casey Kitt for property at 402 South 66 Avenue *20. Consideration of a Resolution setting date of Public Hearing for April 6, 2010 to amend the Six -year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) RESOLUTION NO. R- 2010 -33, A RESOLUTION fixing the time and place for a public hearing for April 6 2010 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall on an amendment to the 2010 through 2015 Six -Year Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) ORDINANCES *21. First reading of an Ordinance amending the 2010 Budget for 2009 Year -End Encumbrances An Ordinance amending the 2010 budget and appropriating funds for year -end encumbrances was read by title only, and laid on the table until March 23, 2010 for a second reading. *22. First reading of an Ordinance Amending the 2010 Budget and making an appropriation in the 331 — Parks & Recreation Capital Fund for computer replacement at the Harman Center An Ordinance amending the 2010 budget and appropriating funds for computer replacement at the Harman Center was read by title only, and laid on the table until March 23, 2010 for a second reading. *23. Second reading of an Ordinance amending the 2010 Budget and making an appropriation in the 000 - General Fund (Fire Department) budget to purchase additional public safety education supplies ORDINANCE NO. 2010 -10, AN ORDINANCE amending the 2010 budget for the City of Yakima; and making appropriations of $16,844 within the 000 - General Fund for expenditure during 2010 to purchase additional public safety education supplies for the Fire Department. 7 .205 MARCH 2, 2010 24. Other Business Mayor Cawley encouraged attendance at the basketball and wrestling tournaments being held at the Sundome this week. 25. Adjournment COFFEY MOVED AND ENSEY SECONDED TO ADJOURN. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. The meeting adjourned at 8:52 p.m. READ AND CERTIFIED ACCURATE BY _A/ ASV 4, 07 - 2d - COUNCIL. ME∎ BE . DATE W ?'J NCIL MEMBER DATE ATTEST: ( c CITY CLERK MICAH CAW Y, MAYOR Minutes prepared by Linda Watkins. A CD and DVD of this meeting are available in the City Clerk's Office 8