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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
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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.
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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
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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.
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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;
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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.
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