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NOVEMBER 8, 1983
STUDY SESSION
The City Council neL in session on this date at 2:00 p.m. in the council
Chambers of City Hall, Yakima, Vieshington. Council umbers present were
Mayor Lynn Carmichael, Clarence Barnett, Henry Beauchamp, Lynn Buchanan,
Shirley Doty and W. K. "Pete" Moore. Council member Jack Sparling
absent.
1. OPEN DISCUSSION MR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER
Mayor Carmichael indicated she was informed the second portion
of the film "Chemical People" will he presented tomorrow
evening, November 9, 1983 from 8:00 - 9:00 p.m. at both Davis
and Eisenhower High Schools. She stated Council members were
invited to represent the City in the question and answer
portion of the program and questioned if any Council members
were interested in attending.
Council member Doty informed Council the format of the
November 10 Mental Health meeting has been changed as the
speaker Who was planning to attend will not be available. She
indicated she will inform interested individuals of the new
date when available.
Council member Doty informed Council she had received a letter
from Jay Shepard of the Department of Ecology informing her of
the successful urban litter program wherein the crew removed
6.69 tons of garbage from City streets, parks and vacant lots
and 1.26 tons from the fairgrounds. She informed Council Mr.
Shepard expressed his appreciation to the City for arranging
transportation for the crew. She indicated Mr. Shepard
addressed the possibility of the City obtaining a grant for
the City's an urban grant litter control program and stated
she will be in touch with him in the future.
Council member Doty addressed the material contained in the
information packets from the Federal Energy Regulatory
Commission (FERC) and provided a status report of the proposed
hydroelectric development in the Yakima Basin.
2. DISCUSSION OF PRELIMINARY 1984 BUDGET REVIEW SCHEDULE
City Manager Zais referred to the proposed sdhedule for the
upcoming 1984 preliminary budget review process and informed
Council of the 5th Tuesday occurring on November 29, 1983. He
indicated due to a legal requirement to hold the 1984 budget
hearing on that date, it will be necessary to call a special
meeting. City Manager Zais suggested cancelling the 9:00 -
12:00 tine set for November 28, and call a special meeting for
1:30-3:00 to review Code Enforcement and Cable TV; to hold the
1984 Budget hearing at 3:00 p.m. and then continue earlier
budget discussions following the Budget hearing, if necessary.
Council member Doty commented she would not be available for
the budt review scheduled for November 21 due to her
attendance at the Conference of Governments (COG) meeting also
on November 21. Council member Beauchamp indicated he would
not be available on November 29 and 30. Mayor Carmichael
requested those Council members who find they are not
available for any of the budget hearings, call her office,
notifying her of their absence.
3. REVIEW CF RENEST FRCM DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO PURCHASE
CITY-CWNED OAK FLATS PROPERTY (continued from 9/20/83)
Dennis Covell, Director of Engineering and Utilities, stated
he had informed the Department of Transportation maintenance
personnel of this neeting of %hidi they elected not to attend.
Council member Barnett requested clarification of the
alternatives outlined in staff's report regarding a possible
trade of property. Dennis Covell responded informing Council
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the property on the east side of State Highway SR 410 at the
southerly end of the Oak Flats property would be acceptable
for a trade for property located south of the sprayfield drain
pond located by the Wastewater Treatment Plant. Council
member Doty referred to the two code deficient, city -owned
buildings located on the property proposed in the trade and
questioned the cost involved to bring those two buildings up
to code. Dennis Covell responded, stating it would cost
approximately $3,800 to bring both buildings up to code.
Council member Barnett commented he believed the proposed
trade of property for land near the Wastewater Treatment Plant
had some merit and indicated he would like to propose that
staff continue to research the alternative of a possible land
trade. Mayor Carmichael concurred. with Council member Barnett
tut expressed her opposition for trading property out of the
middle portion of the Oak Flats property. Dennis Covell
indicated the area involved is located in the left corner of
the Oak Flats property and , cammented if Council wished staff
to pursue this alternative, staff would need authorization to
obtain appraisals of the properties. Council member Moore
commented he believed the state should pay for the cost of the
appraisals and stated he was against selling any other portion
of the Oak Flats property than outlined by staff and
addresssed possible future needs of the remaining Oak Flats
property. It was the general consensus of the Council to
request the state to perform the appraisals of the properties.
It was MOVED by Moore, seconded by Doty, to proceed with the
exploration of a trade of land at Oak Flats for the area
adjacent to the sprayfield near the Wastewater Treatment Plant
and to request the Department of Transportation to supply the
appraisals of the properties. Unanimously carried by voice
vote. Sperling absent.
BUSINESS MEETING
4. ROLL CALL
At 3:00 p.m. the Council members commenced the regular
meeting, Mayor Carmichael presiding, Council members Barnett,
Beauchamp, Buchanan, Doty and Moore and City Manager Zais and
City Attorney Andrews present on roll call. Council member
Sparling absent and excused.
5. INVOCATION
Council member Budhanan led the Pledge of Allegiance.
6. CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Carmichael referred to the items placed on the Consent
Agnda, questioning whether there were any additions or
deletions from either Council members or citizens present.
Council member Barnett requested to add Items Nos. 11 and 15
to the Consent Agenda. Council member Buchanan requested to
add Item No. 13, however, Council member Barnett indicated he
had several questions on that item. It was the general
consensus of the Council that the addition of Items Nos. 11
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
roll call vote. Sparling absent. (Subsequent paragraphs
preceded by an asterisk ( *) indicate items on the Consent
Agenda handled under one motion without further discussion.)
7. CURRENT STUDY SESSION ITEM
None
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8. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
George Pechtel, 5 North Front Street, informed Council the
Lund Building has been placed on the National Register of
Historic Preservation and expressed his appreciation for the
City's assistance in that regard. Referring to the Gleed
water study Mr. Pechtel was contracted to peform, Mr. Pechtel
informed Council of the two meetings that had been held in
Meal in an effort to ascertain the individuals' responses to
the passibility of forming a water district for the Gleed
area. He indicated from the second meeting, six individuals
expressed their interest in serving on an advisory canmittee
to work with the City towards resolving the Gleed water
problem. He provided the results of a survey that was
performed and informed Council of an additional survey that
was planned. Mayor Carmidhael requested the infoinuLion he
prcvided today and succeeding information be supplied in a
written report for council 's information.
9. PRESENTATION BY IRVIN LISLE REGARDIIC YAKIMA CENTENNIAL
Mayor Carmichael introduced Irvin Lisle, who was appointed the
City Council Liaison for the Yakima Centennial. Mr. Lisle
provided a status report on the planning process of the Yakima
Centennial and informed Council of the basic philosophy
adapted by the Centennial Commission whidh is: The Commission
should not be burdened with the sponsorship of any one
act ivity, but that it serve as a catalytic ant for the whole
community so that the Yakima Centennial can become a
celebration of the citizens of Yakima. He relayed the various
suggestions offered by the delegates of the Commission. Mayor
Carmichael extended the Council's appreciation for Mr. Lisle's
time and effort in representing the Council in the Centennial
project.
10. PRESENTATION BY LIONS CLUB REGARDING PROPOSED MEMORIAL PARKWAY ON
NACHES AVENUE FOR CHET HATFIELD
Leonard C. Rickey, 6503 Tieton Drive, was present to request
that the Naches Avenue Parkway be renamed as the Chet Hatfield
Memorial Parkway and also requested the Yakima Lion's be
designated as the spearhead group to rename the Nadhes Avenue
Parkway as the Chet Hatfield Memorial Parkway. Dale Gray,
1014 S. 16th Avenue, informed Council he had worked with Mr.
Hatfield for 10 years and expressed his support for the
memorial for Chet Hatfield. Dick Loofburraa, 504 N. Naches
Avenue, provided an ardnitectural sketch of the prcposed
memorial and responded to Council's questions. Tony Sapre,
621 S. 31st Avenue, representing the YMCA, informed Council
the proposed area for the Chet Hatfield memorial is located
directly in front of the YMCA and expressed the YMCA's support
of the proposed memorial. Leonard Rickey informed Council the
Parks Commission has supported the efforts of the Lion's Club
to construct the Chet Hatfield memorial and expanded on the
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funding received to date towards the memorial. Council member
Beauchamp questioned if the Lion's Club would raise the total
funding before dPvelopment began on the site. Leonard Rickey
responded, stating the Lion's would first raise the funds and
then start construction. Stan Lochrie, One Crest Circle,
Chairman of the Parks and Recreation Ccmmission, expressed the
Commission's support of the prcposed memorial. Council member
Barnett suggested requesting staff to bring the Council the
appropriate documentation in order for Council to take action
on this item. It was the general consensus of the Council to
refer this item to staff for the appropriate preparation of
information concerning this request. City Manager Zais
informed Council staff will bring back the prcper legislation
for Council's consideration. Cbuncil member Moore expressed
his concern of renaming the street from Naches Avenue to the
Chet Hatfield Memorial Parkway. Discussion followed regarding
the proposal where it was determined the prcposed request was
not to change the name of the street, but to convert the
existing Naches Avenue Parkway to the Chet Hatfield l‘binorial.
Mayor Carmichael stated it was still the general consensus of
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the Council to request staff to prepare the proper legislation
in regard to the proposed requests.
*11. PRESENTATION OF THE 1984 PRELIMINARY AIRPORT BUDGET
The report from the Yakima Air Terminal dated November 1, 1983
regarding the presentation of the 1984 Preliminary Airport
Budget, ues accepted and filed.
12. PRESENTATION OF DETAILED 1984 PRELIMINARY BUDGET
City Manager Zais informed Council this item represents the
formal filing of the 1984 Preliminary Budwt. Council member
Barnett referred to the tables on pages 9 and 10 and stated
the tables reflect the percentage difference hetueen columns 6
and 3 uhich illustrates the difference ccmparing budget to
budwt, but the tables do not provide the difference between
1983 estimated expenses with the 1984 Budget. Following
discussion, City Manager Zais informed Council staff will
provide that informetiOn during the budget discussions. No
formal action was taken by the Council.
It was the general consensus of the council to address Item
No. 14, next, to then resume with Item No. 13.
14. REPORT FROM TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMITTEE REGARDING 48TH AVENUE AND
TIETON DRIVE SIGNALIZATICN
Hank Hein, Supervising Traffic Engineer, informed Council of
the alternatives available to address the traffic problem
which exists at 48th Alen ue and Tieton Drive. He indicated
those alternatives are: 1) the installation of a four-way
stop with four-way red flashing light; 2) two-way stcp with
2-way amber lijht and 2-way red light; or 3) leave the
intersection as it now exists. Council member Beauchamp
questioned the nature of the two collisions uhich have
occurred at the intersection this ear. Hank Hein responded,
informing Council the two accidents involved property damage
only. - Council nember Beaudaamp questioned if this
intersection was more dangerous than others in the City. - Hank
Hein responded, stating the intersection at 4E1th Avenue and
Tieton Drive is not listed in the Traffic Division's "top 25"
dangerous intersections. Council member Doty referred to the
petition COuncil received with 2,000 signatures of individuals
who had requested the City install and maintain a traffic
liqftt a the aforementioned intersection and stated it was the
consensus of the Council at that time that this intersection
would be a high priority. William Orr, 307 Paulson Place,
informed Council the petition had requested a signal light be
installed and maintained at the intersection and cited
increased traffic use of that intersection as one of the
II/ problems. He informed Council he knew of six accidents
occurring at that intersection and expressed his concern
regarding lakential accidents in the future. Mr. Orr
responded to Council's questions. It was NDVED by Barnett,
seconded by Buchanan that staff determine uhether ue can use
the two utility poles that was discussed in the literature and
initiate appropriate action for an interim measure. Council
member Beauchamp questioned what the temporary, or interim
solution would be at this intersection. Hank Hein responded,
stating staff would proceed with a four-way stcp intersection
and support that intersection with a four-way flasher and
advance signing on Tieton. Discussed followed regarding the
advantages and disadvantages of the implementation of the
prcposed inLerirm measure. The question was called for a vote
on the motion. Failed by 2-4 voice vote. Beaudnamp,
Buchanan, Carmichael and Moore voting nay. Sparling absent.
13. STATUS REPORT ON FEDERAL CABLE TELEVISION LDGISLATION
Bruce Crest, Cable Canmunications Coordinator, reviewed
staff's report informing Council of the status of the Federal
cable television legislation. In Schiller, representing Cox
Cable Ccupany, informed Council the proposed legislation would
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establish a national cable policy. Bruce Crest informed
council staff is not totally opposed to House Bill 4013,
haver, the National League of Cities is asking for cities to
express concern in the areas that might impact them. Council
member Barnett referred to the proposed draft letter staff had
supplied and commented he did not believe it was necessary to
send the letter as the National League of Cities had not let
come to a determination. in this matter. Ken Schiller
addressed the various regulations put upon Cable TV from the
state and the Utilities Commission. It was MOVED by
Beaudaanp, seconded by Doty to accept staff's recommendation
and authorize the Mayor to send a letter to the Congressional
delegation. . Failed by a 3-3 voice vote. Barnett, Budhanan
and More voting nay. Sparling absent. (MOore absent after
5:15 p.m)
*15. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENTS WITH VARIOUS BANKS
FOR MULTI-FAMILY REHABILITATION LEVERAGING PROJECT
RESOLUTION NO. D-4876, A RESOLUTION authorizing the Director
of Community and Economic Development to enter into an
agreement with Yakima Valley Bank and Pioneer National Bank
for implementation of a multi-family loan program.
*16. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CANCELLATION OF CLAIMS FUND WARRANTS
RESOLUTION NO. D-4847, A RESOLUTION authorizing the
cancellation of outstanding claims warrants.
*17. DAMAGE CLAIM
RESOLUTION NO. D-4878, A RESOLUTION authorizing the payment of
$75 to Dina Escobar in settlement of a claim for damages filed
with the City of YakiMa.
*18. SET DATE OF HEARING
November 22, 1983 was set as the date of hearing on the rezone
request filed by William Rehfield, Jr., for property located
in the vicinity of Perry Street and South 3rd Avenue from R-2
to Planned Development.
*19. APROINMIENT TO BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
The report from the City Manager dated November 8, 1983,
regarding the appointment of Robert P. Lewis to the Board of
Adjustment, was accepted and approved.
*20. ORDINANCE REZONING PROPERTY LOCATED AT 503-511 RANCH RITE ROAD AS
REQUESTED BY JAY JACKSON/JESSE LAWRENCE
ORDINANCE NO. 2728, AN ORDINANCE accepting the recommendation
of the Planning Commission and rezoning property at 503-511
Randh Rite Road from R-3, Multi-Family Zone to M-1, Light
Industrial Zone.
*21. ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 1983 BUDGET FOR TRANSIT OPERATIONS (Second
Reading)
An Ordinance amending the 1983 Budget for Transit Operations
and appropriating funds in the 462-Transit Fund, having been
read by title only at the previous meeting, was brought before
the Council for a second reading.
ORDINANCE NO. 2729, AN ORDINANCE amending the 1983 Budget for
the City of Yakima; and making an appropriation in the
462-Transit Fund for expenditure during 1983.
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*22. ORDINANCE AMENDING THE YAKIMA MUNICIPAL CODE RB ARDING FIRE HYDRANT
INSTALLATION RFUIREMENTS
ORDINANCE NO. 2730, AN ORDINANCE relating to fire protection;
adopting standards and specifications for fire hydrant
installation; and amending Subsections 10.10.040B and
10.10.05013 of the City of Yakirna Municipal Code.
23. OTHER BUSINESS
John Nicholson, Yakima County District Court Judge, informed
Council he will be Presiding Judge until December 31, 1983 and
stressed the need for Letter canmunication between the City
and the County regarding proposed District Court costs.
City Attorney Andrews supplied the Oct. 31, 1983 proposals for
the 1984 Public Defender Services to the Council subcommittee
and suggested the Council subcommittee, consisting of Council
members Beauchamp, Doty and Sparling, arrange to meet and
review the proposals upon Council member Sparling's return.
Referring to pending lit igation, City Attorney Andrews
informed Council tanorrcaa, November 9, 19 83 , is the date set
for the argument in the Court of Appeals of the cases Brower
and Hughes; LID foreclosures.
City Manager Zais referred to the letter frcm Joseph R.
Nbrrier, President of the Yakima Mall Merchant's Association,
contained in the Council information packet regarding the
upcoming Christmas Festival Benefit Fashion Show. On behalf
of Mr. Morrier, City Manager Zais extended an invitation to
the Council members to attend the fashion show on November 19,
1983.
Information Items:
Items of information supplied to Council were: letter fran
Yakima Mall Merchant's Association regarding donation for
purchase of Christmas decorations for downtown Yakima
10/31/83; letter fran Maurice Smith regarding expiration of
term to the Board of Adjustment 11/1/83; Yakirna Parks &
Recreation Fact Sheet regarding use of temporary emplolees
10/31/83; FERC catuents on proposed hydroelectric development
in the Yakima Basin 10/28/83; memo frcm Director of Community
& Economic Development regarding Outside Utility Request for
writer and sewer service to 1107 So. 18th Street; 'rem from
City Attorney regarding damage claims referred to insurance
company 11/1/83; WASHINGTON Canmunity Affairs Bulletin
10/83; Office of Cade Administration permit report for October
1983; minutes of 10/19/83 Yakima Air Terminal Board rreeting;
and minutes of the 10/7/83 Civil Service Commission rreeting.
'.-.7- 24. ADJOURNMENT
4 . There being no further business to care t the Council, it
i ' was MOVED by Barnett, seconded by Buchanan, that this meeting
be adjourned at the hour of 5:15 p.m. Unanimously carried by
voice vote. Moore and Sparling se .'..
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