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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08/23/1983 Study Session 54 AUGUST 23, 1983 STUDY SESSION The City Council met in session on this date at 2:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall, Yakima, Washington. Council members present were Temporary Chairman W. K. "Pete" Moore, Clarence Barnett, Shirley Doty and Jack Sperling. Mayor Lynn Carmichael and Council members Henry Beauchamp and Lynn Budhanan absent. 1. CPEN DISCUSSION FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER Council member Mbore stated that due to the absence of the Mayor and the Assistant Mayor, he was asked to preside during the meeting as Temporary Chairman. Council member Doty referred to the roan tax memo from John Beer, Jr., Director of Canmunity & Economic Development, in which there was mention that AWC is exploring the possibility of conducting roan tax workshcps. She questioned the need for these workshcps as most of the cities with 25,000 population have staff knowledgeable in this area. Council member Moore reported that after last week's meeting, he net with Mr. Keller regarding the Glee d water situation, discussed the prcblems, and came to an agreement about sane of these problems. He stated they were of the opinion that the proper steps would be to employ Mr. Pechtel to develop a proposal for funding; and 2) endeavor to form a water district in that area. If that does not happen, Council will have to review the issue again. After step two occurs, an engineer should be hired to design a water system in that area. He suggested that Council delay all action until after the meeting with the County Ccmmissioners. 2. OONSIDERATION OF APFOINTMENT OF CHARTER CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MEMBER It was MOVED by Barnett, seconded by Sparling to refer this to the committee of the Council to come bad k to the Council with a recommendation regarding consideration of the appointment of a matter to the City Employee's Civil Service Commission. Unanimously carried by voice vote. Beauchamp, Buchanan and Carmichael absent. 3. REPORT REGARDING CITY RESPONSE TO WASHINGTON STATE RESEARCH opurrIL STUDY City Manager Zais reported that staff has implemented, or is in the process of iMplegenting, 34 of the reccmmendations; 108 of these recommendations need Council policy decision and direction; and 39 options have been determined to be impractical at this time. He reported that ccpies of this report have been provided to the Chamber of Cannerce. He commented that many of these cptions may be discussed during the budget discussions. Following a brief discussion, it was the general consensus of the Council to accept this report and file it for further study, with the intention to use it as a tool to enhance the cperation of the City. 4. EXECUTIVE SESSION It was MOVED by Doty, seconded by Sparling to move into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing collective bargaining. Unanimously carried by voice vote. Beauchamp, Buchanan and Carmichael absent. BUSINESS MEETING 5. ROLL CALL At 3:00 p.m., the Council members commenced the regular meeting, Temporary Chairman Moore presiding, Council members Barnett, Doty and Sparling and City Manager Zais and City AUGUST 23, 1983 55 Attorney Andrews present on roll call. Mayor Carmichael and Council member Buchanan present after 3:05 p.m. Council member Beauchamp absent and excused. 6. INVOCATION The Invocation was given by City Attorney Andrews. 7. CONSENT AGENDA - Temporary Chairman Moore referred to the Itans placed on the Consent Agenda, questioning thether there were any additions or deletions fran either Council members or citizens present. Council member Barnett requested Items Nos. 13 and 15 be added to the Consent Agenda. Council member Sparling requested Item Nos. 10, 11 and 12 be added to the Consent Agenda, however, Council member Barnett requested Item No. 10 remain off the Consent Agenda and Temporary Chairman Moore requested Item No. 11 remain off the Consent Agenda. It was the general consensus of the Council that the addition of Items Nos. 12, 13 and 15, as requested, be made. The City Clerk then read the Consent Agenda items, including resolutions and ordinances by title. It was MOVED by Doty, seconded by Barnett that the Consent Agenda, as read, be passed. Unanimously carried by voice vote. Beauchamp, Buchanan and Carmichael absent. (Sub- sequent paragraphs preceded by an asterisk ( *) indicate items On the Consent Agenda handled under one motion without further discussion.) 8. CURRENT STUDY SESSION ITEMS None 9. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION None 10. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF PARKS PROPERTY TO YAKIMA COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY (Continued from 8/16/83) Resolution No. D -4850, having been read by title, it was MOVED by Doty, seconded by Sparling that the resolution, as read, be adopted. Council member Barnett addressed Gordon Wonder and Doug Vawter, representatives of the Humane Society, questioning the Society's plans in the event of septic tank problems and of the potenital necessity to connect to a sewer system. Gordon Wonder, 718 N. 56th Avenue, responded, - informing Council the Humane Society has been in contact with the County Health Department and they have made suggestions regarding this potential problem. He stated if the Society finds it financially impossible to adhere to the drainage suggestions and requirements of the Department of Ecology, the Humane Society will not proceed with the project. (Mayor Carmichael and Lynn Buchanan present after 3:05 p.m.) Gordon Wonder indicated the Humane Society would like the resolution passed so that the Society can further evaluate the costs involved. The question was called for a vote on the motion. Carried by 4 -2 voice vote. Buchanan and Carmichael voting nay. Beauchamp absent. It was MDVED by Doty, seconded by Moore that if the sale of the property goes through to completion, the purchase price of $15,000 be used for paving parking lots, an idea that was expressed at an earlier meeting: City Manager Zais requested that the motion be tabled in order to ask the Parks and Recreation Commission for their input regarding the utilization of the proceeds from the sale of the property. He cemented there are additional considerations for the proceeds from the sale, such as reimbursement of $1,000 for the cost of the appraisal. It was MOVED by Barnett, seconded- by Buchanan to table the motion. - ,. Carried by 5 -1 voice vote. Moore voting nay. Beauchamp absent. - RESOLUTION NO. D -4850, A RESOLUTION authorizing the sale of real property to the Yakima County Humane Society. 56 AUGUST 23, 1983 11. STATUS REPORT FROM TRAFFIC ENGINEERING ON FIRST STREET AND YAKIMA AVENUE LEFT TURN SIGNAL (Continued from 8/16/83) Mayor Carmichael requested Hank Hein, Supervising Traffic Engineer, to expand upon staff's reccmmendation. Hank Hein responded, informing Council staff is recommending that the current three-phase operation at the intersection of First Street and Yakima Avenue be eliminated, disposing of the left turn arras as it now exists on Yakima Avenue and replacing it with a sign that says left turn only. He stated the configurations on the street will still exist in terms of striping, etc., however, the protective green arrow situation would not exist. He stated the rationale behind this proposal is that currently 46 seconds out of 70 seconds is being allocated to Yakima Avenue, which has less traffic than First Street, therefore, staff is recommending going to a two-phase operation and allocating more time to First Street Which will permit citizens more time to make left turns. Council member Moore expressed his concerns regarding the proposed traffic movement at this intersection and stated he would have to vote nay on staff's reccmmendation. He indicated he did not believe this should, be discussed until the City receives the final study on traffic progression analysis. Hank Hein stated the consultant was directed to analyze that issue, and initially recommended a four-phase alternative, but due to amber light and additional time, there is a loss of efficiency in the signal system. For this reason, Mr. Hein stated the two-phase signal operation can work with a 50/50 split in the timing and be monitored, making adjustments where appropriate. Council member Barnett expressed his concern that this two-Phase system will not adequately allow for left. turns at the intersection. Mayor Carmichael questioned haw long the current signal system has been in effect. Glen Pleasant, Traffic Signal Supervisor, provided a history of the signal planning process of the downtown area. Following discussion of the proposed two-phase signal cperation, it was MOVED by Sparling, seconded by Doty to accept the reccumendation to implement the two-phase alternative as outlined. Carried by 4-2 voice vote. Barnett and Mbore voting nay. Beauchamp absent. Hank Hein indicated staff would work with the media on the signal dhange, informing the public accordingly. Mayor Carmichael questioned when staff was planning to implement the Signal Change. Hank Hein responded, stating September 6, 1983 was set as the date for the dhangeover. *12. REPORT FROM ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER REGARDING MICROCOMPUTER APPLICATIONS FOR CITY DEPARTMENTS (Continued from 8/16/83) The report from the Assistant City Manager dated August 23, 1983, regarding microcomputer application for city departments, was accepted and approved. , *13. REPORT FROM COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT REGARDING EIS STATEMENT FOR ANNEXATION OF PROPERTY EAST OF CITY LIMITS The report from the Director of Community and Economic Development dated August 23, 1983, regarding East Side Annexation Environmental Impact StateMent preparation, was accepted and approved. 14. REQUEST TO ENGAGE PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR CONTRACT 6, WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT CONSTRUCTION (Sparling absent and excused after 3:-30 p.m.) Dennis Bertek, Sanitary Engineer, was present to request the hiring of a professional consultant, due to the decrease of staff and the current workload. Ines Rice, 4409 W. Arlington, commented she understood that the construction of the Wastewater Treatment Plant was concluded and she requested clarification on the specifics of the contract. Dennis Bertek responded to Mrs. Rice's questions. . member Barnett questioned the cost involved with hiring a consultant to do the necessary work. Dennis Bertek responded, indicating AUGUST 23, 1983 57 further analysis would be necessary to determine the cost of the consultant. City Manager Zais commented that staff was requesting authorization from the Council to prepare a request for consultant proposals for Contract No. 6 design work and to solicit the proposals; not to authorize a specific amount at this time. City Manager Zais informed-Council staff is not planning to replace the position Jon- Wiese held as Sanitary Engineer, and will not be engaging R. W. Beck for fubire work. It was MOVED by Moore, seconded by Doty to authorize staff to prepare a request for consultant proposals Contract No. 6 design work and to solicit the proposals. -Ikomdmously carried by voice vote. Beauchamp and Sparling absent. *15. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF EASEMENT DEEDS GRANTING BICYCLE II/ PATH EASEMENTS TO YAKIMA COUNTY THROUGH A PORTION OF GREENWAY PARK PROPERTY RESOLUTION NO. D-4851, A RESOLUTION authorizing the execution of bicycle path easement deeds. *16. INFORMATIONAL REPORT FROM ENGINEERING AND UTILITIES REGARDING EQUIPMENT AND OPERATIONAL CONCERNS AT THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT The report from the Director of Engineering and Utilities • dated August 23, 1983 regarding equipment and operational concerns at the Wastewater Treatment Plant, was accepted and approved. *17. SIX MONTH OPERATIONS REPORT FOR THE YAKIMA CENTER The report from the Director of Community and Economic Development dated August 23, 1983, regarding the Six Month Operations - Report for Yakima Center, was accepted and approved. *18. PRESENTATION OF JULY1983 BUDGET REPORT The report from the Director of Finance and Budget dated August 23, 1983, regarding the investments of the City of Yakima, was accepted and approved. *19. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REQUEST FOR SUPPLEMENTAL FUNDING FOR 1983 BUDGETED FEDERAL AID FOR INTERSECTION PROJECTS RESOLUTION NO. D A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the Mayor of the City of Yakima to execute Supplement No. 1 with the State of Washington, Department of Transportation, for partial reimbursement of costs for improving various intersections within the City. *20. OUT-CF-STATE TRAVEL The out-of-state travel for Bruce Crest, Cable TV Coordinator, to attend the NANA Conference in Baltimore, Maryland, September 24-28, 1983 at a cost of $1,070 was approved. II/ 21. OTHER BUSINESS City Manager Zais reminded Council there will not be a Council meeting next Tuesday, August 30, 1983, as that date is the fifth Tuesday of the month. Mayor Carmichael reminded Council of Senator Slade Gorton's visit on August 26, 1983 at 10:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers and urged Council members to attend. Information Items Items of Information supplied to Council were: memorandum from the Mayor re: Meeting with Senator Slade Gorton 8/17/83; News Release re: Media conference scheduled for 8/23/83 regarding the street light program; News Release re: Announcement of Changes re: CB traffic pattern 8/19/83; 58 AUGUST 23, 1983 letter fran Craig L. Smith resigning fran Human Relations Commission 8/18/83; letter from Department of Energy, BPA, re: BPA's schedule to implement the Northwest Conservation and Electric Power Plan 8/15/83; correspondence from Governor Spellman re State Facilities in local communities 8/8/83; Notice of House of Repesentatives House Constitution, Elections & Ethics Committee meeting; minutes of 6/8/83 and 7/13/83 Yakima District Board of Health meetings; minutes of 8/17/83 Yakima Air Terminal Board meeting; and a memo from Assistant City Manager and Director of Finance & Budget re: Transfer of Payroll position 8/18/83. 22. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to cone before the Council, it was MOVED by Barnett, seconded by Buchanan that this meeting be adjourned at the hour of 3:40 p.m. Unanimously carried by voice vote. Beauchamp and Sparling absent. READ AND CERTIFIED ACCURATE BY_ /' Av i, DATE VI- ®�, j �:Z / OOUNQI(/ Diai -, , .' s DATE 2/ ` COUNCIL MEMBER A-11 A'1rEST : QTY CrJ RK TEMPORA CHAIRMAN