HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/27/1984 Study Session 252 MARCH 27, 1984
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
Mayor Clarence Barnett, Lynn Buchanan, Shirley Doty, W.K. "Pete" More
and Jack Sparling. Council member Henry Beauchamp present at 2:15 p.m.
Council member Lynn Carmichael absent.
1. OPEN DISCUSSION FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER
Council member Sparling asked. Dave Rhodes, Director of Public
Works, when the report on the maintenance of Gilbert Park will
be available. City Manager Zais explained there were several
aspects of that. report which Council had requested staff bring
back and the last indication he. received from Mr. Rhodes was
the information would be available April 10th. Mr. Rhodes
indicated City Manager Zais was correct; staff had been
requested to report on Gilbert Park and the Park on 44th
Avenue, as well as the amount of money contributed by IAC
funding for the purchase of Chesterly Park. The report was
also to contain the annual cost of maintenance for the parks.
Mr. Rhodes indicated an effort would be made to bring this
particular information back to Council at next week's meeting.
2. RECOMMENDATIONS OF LIONS POOL PROJECT, PLANS AND FUNDING
ALTERNATIVES
Dave Rhodes, Director of Public Works, presented an update on
the Lions Pool issue, indicating the use of Community
Development Block Grant funds is not a viable direction in
which to proceed. He informed Council he has met-with the
School District and is in the process of negotiating a
maintenance and operation agreement with them. John Hanson,
Director of Finance & Budget, presented his report on the
Lions Pool Special Levy Costs. Council member Nbore indicated
a special levy would give the citizens an opportunity to
express their opinion. He stated that before anything is
done, an agreement with the School District must be in tact,
and secondly, an agreement with the people who have the
artesian'wel1 must be made. Mike Nixon, Chairman of the Parks
& Recreation Commission,. stated in his opinion, the
councilmatic bond issue is the most viable. He expressed
concerns about this issue and the School District's levy being
placed on the same ballot due to the likelihood of the pool
project being overlooked in favor of the School bond. He
stated the councilmatic bond issue would enable the pool to be
operable much sooner than would a levy or bond issue. Les
Hardwick stated in the past there had been a tremendous amount
of vandalism to the pool and was curious to know if that
_situation had been corrected. He stated he would approve of
such a . project, providing the same type of vandalise could be
eliminated in the future. Pat Berndt, 215 Bel Air Drive,
encouraged Council to expedite the renovation of Lions Pool
due to the Y's crowded facility since the closure of Lions
Fool. She stated the pool is needed for the "Learn to Swim"
program for the children in the community, as well as adults
who swim for fitness and health reasons. She stated the "Swim
for Fitness" program has been curtailed due to the crowded
facility and urged Council to place a priority on funding the
Lions Pool project. It was MOVED by Beauchamp, seconded by
Doty to move this item to the Business Session under Item No.
8a. Commenting on the interest expenses for the levy, City
Manager Zais - stated the interest figures given in the report
would be the maximum amount. He stated staff would further
review the figures with Council prior to this issue being
placed on the ballot. Council member Sparling stated he had
been persuaded by Pat Berndt that this is an emergency
situation, and therefore, Council should consider going to the
bond issue. The question was called for a vote on the motion.
Unanimously carried by voice vote. Carmichael absent.
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3. CONSIDERATION OF RECOMMENDATIONS FROM PARKS AND RECREATION
COMMISSION RE: 1984 CAPITAL PROJECT PRIORITIES
Dave Rhodes, Director of Public Works, indicated Council had
instructed staff to bring back recommendations as to
priorities on which the monies from sale of park properties
could be spent. He stated the top priority being Lions Pool,
takes care of $14,000, plus additional money. Council member
Sparling questioned the amount to have another architect look
at the facility and give an opinion. Mr. Rhodes indicated
this would cost approximately $10,000. After further
discussion on the matter, it was the general consensus of the
Council to take no action at this time and staff was directed
to bring back further information regarding the priority list
submitted in the staff recomnendation.
4. RECONSIDERATION OF REFUSE RATE STRUCTURE AND MECHANICAL REFUSE
COLLECTION SYSTEMS STUDY
Dave Rhodes, Director ofPublic Works, reviewed the report to
Council and responded to questions by Council members. Mayor
Barnett commented citizens are not being billed for extra
refuse, and the City is losing annually $112,000. Mr. Rhodes
indicated Refuse drivers place more emphasis on completing
their routes than being bookkeepers and Staff is currently
working on a computer printout which would be more effective
than the current route book system. Mayor Barnett also
questioned if the mechanical system would eliminate carry-out
service. Mr. Rhodes stated records indicate carry-out service
is used mainly by those who can afford it for convenience
sake. He stated a special route may need to be established
for the elderly and handicapped needing carry-out service.
We to the lateness of the hour, it was MOVED by Buchanan,
seconded by Sparling this item be moved to Item Nb. 8b during
the Business Session to allow citizens present an opportunity
to comment on the issue. Unanimously carried by voice vote.
Carmichael absent.
BUSINESS MEETING
5. ROLL CALL
At 3:00 p.m., the Council members cammenced the regular •
meeting, Mayor Barnett presiding, Council members Beauchamp,
Buchanan, Doty, Moore and City Manager Zais and City Attorney
Andrews present on roll call. Council members Carmichael and
Sparling absent and excused. •
6. INVOCATION
' The Invocation was given by Council member Doty.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Barnett referred to the items placed on the Consent
Agenda, questioning whether there were any additions or
deletions from either Council members or citizens present.
Council member More requested Item No. 14 be added to the
Consent Agenda. Council member Boty.suggested a synopsis of
this item, the 1983 Industrial Safety Report for City
Departments, be published in the Employee Newsletter. It was
the general consensus of the Council that the addition of Item
NO. 14, as requested, be made. The City Clerk then read the
Consent Agenda items, including resolutions and ordinances by
title. It was MOVED by Beauchamp, seconded by Buchanan that
the Consent Agenda, as read, be passed. Unanimously carried
by roll call vote. Carmichael and Sparling absent. (Sub-
sequent paragraphs preceded by an asterisk (*) indicate items
on the Consent Agenda handled under one motion without further
discussion.)
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8. CURRENT STUDY SESSION ITEMS
a. Item No. 2
Mayor Barnett asked if there were citizens present wishing to
address this issue. There being none, Council continued their
discussion. Council member Doty expressed concerns regarding
the pool levy being coupled with the School bond issue,
Stating she feared the pool levy might be the one singled out
by the citizens to vote against. Council member Moore stated
he felt the special levy was appropriate, as it would allow
Citizens in the community an opportunity to express their
opinion. Council member Beauchamp stated he believes the
dommunity has expressed a desire to have the pool operable and
agrees it should be dealt with. It was MOVED by Beauchamp to
proceed with the councilmatic bond, the ,five year general
obligation bond, for funding of the prOjeCt. The Motion died
for lack of a second. It was suggested by Council member Doty
to consider this next week when Council is in full
representation, and make a decision regarding this issue at
that time. It was the general consensus of the Council to
continue the matter for one week.
b. Item No. 4
Norm Steuart, 217 North 16th Avenue, spoke in opposition of
the mechanical refuse collection system, stating the City is
having problems meeting funding Obligations for other projects
and feels the money required to implement such a refuse system
could be used more wisely in other areas. Lester Hardwick,
113 N. 22nd Avenue, also spoke in opposition to the mechanical
system, pointing out the 90 gallon containers would present a
problem for some senior citizens as they would not be able to
manage the heavy containers. He also indicated he did not
feel a flat rate would be fair to those citizens who do not
presently fill one container a week. Be suggested it be put
to the voters before this costly system is implemnted.
Marguerite Hackett, 304 N. 37th Avenue, stated she does not
presently fill one can a week. She also indicated she would
not be able to manage a 90 gallon container herself. She
indicated she is well acquainted with the system in Tpppenish
and does not favor that type of system. She requested the
system be left as it is. Dolores Goodman, 1002. So, 6th
Street, also stated she would be physically unable to handle a
90 gallon container and desires the system be left as is. It
was MOVED by Buchanan, seconded by Moore to accept the report
and set a date of hearing for April 24, 1984. City Manager
Zais suggested Council may wish to select an alternate place
to conduct the hearing, such as the Convention Center, to
accommodate the citizens wishing to attend. The question was
called for a vote on the motion. Unanimously carried by voice
vote. Carmichael and Sparling absent.
*9. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The Council minutes of February 7, 14, and 28 were approved,
having been duly certified accurate by two Council members and
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no one present wishing to have said minutes rPaa publicly.
10. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
Jane Benoit, 8503 Hawthorne Drive, Joyce Sevigny, and Dr.
Marjorie Wilson of Fresh Air For NOn Smokers (FANS) were
present to encourage Council to adopt an ordinance Which would
• prohibit smoking in public places in Yakima. It was pointed
out by Council that enforcement of such an ordinance would be
difficult. After further discussion, Mayor Barnett indicated
this request would be given further consideration in the
future. NO action was taken by Council at this time.
11. HEARING ON RECONSIDERATION OF LOPEZ REZONE REQUEST
This being the time fixed for a hearing on an appeal of the
Yakima Planning Commission's denial of a rezone for property
located in the 400 block of North Naches as requested by Mr.
and Mrs. Mike Lopez, Pat Weddle, local real estate agent, Al
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Falk, attorney representing Mr. and Mrs. Elves, prospective
property owners, and Mr. Herb Schmidt, 5204 Douglas Drive,
shared their views and opinions as to why they believe the
property should be rezoned from R -3 (multi- fami residential)
to B-1 (modified .business). Mrs. Lopez stated she did not
feel their rezone request had been given a fair rehearing by
the Planning Commission as had been requested by Council. She
stated some of the Commission members questioned if they had
to rehear the application of the rezone and one Commission
member .actually stated he was unwilling to listen to their
rationale again. Mrs. Lopez argued against the City Planning
staff's concerns that this rezone may not adequately protect
the interest of all adjoining residential properties, stating
this statement is subjective and unspecific. Secondly, she
stated the staff argued that the rezone would not allow for a
larger traffic volume. She maintained there could easily be
more traffic volume in an R -3 zone than in B -1, especially if
a large apartment complex were to be constructed there.
Thirdly, she stated the Planning staff feels that Naches
Avenue should be kept a historical site. Mrs. Lopez pointed
out that presently most of Naches Avenue is now zoned for
business and these businesses have often done more to preserve
the character and quality of the area than have the
residential property owners. She added that staff feels there
already exists a significant amount of B-1 and B-2 zoned
property near the site. She. stated this area has many
properties zoned B -1 and B -2 that are deteriorating or are
unusable for small businesses. She added small businesses
need properties that are useable without extensive repair and
remodeling, before they become dilapidated. She stated that
many R -3 property owners are unable to maintain their property
and B-1 owners are financially able and have the incentive to
do so. Mr. Herb Schmidt, 5204 Douglas Drive, concurred with
Mrs. Lopez, stating he is.a'property owner in this vicinity
and as such, has maintained_ the decor of surrounding
properties. He added that to do this he has to be selective
about his renters and has to charge accordingly for
maintenance and repairs to the property. It is his opinion
that B-1 property will be much better maintained than would
R -3 property. Pat Weddle, a local real estate agent, stated
she had reviewed and inspected several properties that are
currently zoned B-1 and none of these properties are as
desirable for her clients as is the property being discussed
today. Attorney Al Falk, representing Mr. and Mrs. Elves,
prospective property owners, stated the property is to be used
as a professional office for,1 n's Cost Isss Auto Parts and
would not generate a large amount of traffic into the area.
He informed Council that all the surrounding properties have
been rezoned to B-1 or B-2 and, in fact, the Urban Area
Comprehensive Plan, which has not yet been adopted, has this
property rezoned to B-1. He stated this property is quite
suitable to the needs of his clients and encouraged Council to
approve the rezone to B-1. Lucy Hoffman, 410 N. Naches,
stated she was neither for nor against the rezone, but when
she and her husband purchased their property, they had assumed
they would have neighbors with when they could become
acquainted. She stated she was disappointed to learn that the
property might be rezoned and a business would be going in
because this meant they would not have neighbors next door to
them. After further discussion on the issue, it was MOVED by
Beauchamp, seconded by Moore to approve the rezone as
requested. Mayor Barnett stated he is voting in favor of the
rezone due to the material presented in Exhibit P-1 which
indicates professional uses are potentially compatible at this
site according to the Optimal Land Use Plan. Beauchamp stated
he is voting in favor of the rezone due to the fact that the
surrounding properties have been similarly rezoned in the
past. Buchanan and Doty voted against the rezone based on the
Planning Commission's recommendation.. Moore voted in favor of
the' - notion indicating there was only one dissenting person
stating she is unsure if she is for or against the rezone.
Carried by 3 -2 roll call vote. Buchanan and Doty voting nay.
Carmichael and Sparling absent.
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12. REPORT FROM TRAFFIC ENGINEERING REGARDING SUMMITVIEW TWO-WAY LEFT
TURN LANE AND PARKING PROHIBITION
Hank. Hein, Supervising Traffic Engineer, reviewed the staff
report and,recamendations. Mark Hoge, 1007 Summitview, spoke
against the 'issue stating it would take away parking needed
for his residence. After further discussion, it was MOVED by
Buchanan, seconded by Doty to refer the matter to the Legal
Department for drafting a parking prohibition ordinance
addition. Unanimously carried by voice vote. Carmichael and
- Sparling absent.
(Buchanan absent after 5:07 p.m.)
13. RECONSIDERATION ON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT IRRIGATION
ASSISTANCE FINANCING PLAN WITH CONFERENCE OF GOVERNMENTS
(Continued from 3/20/84)
Dennis Covell, Director of Engineering and Utilities,
presented staff's report and recommendation. He stated he has
determined that the City can contract with Yakima Conference
of Governments considering the usage of HUD Grant Funds, and
recommended contracting with Conference of Governments for the
financial plan for the HUD target area irrigation systems. It
was ICVED by Beauchamp, seconded by Moore that staff bring
back legislation in the form of a resolution for formal action
to contract with Conference of Governments for the financial
plan for the BUD target area irrigation systems. Carried by
3-1 voice vote. Doty voting nay. Buchanan Carmichael and
Sparling absent.
*14. PRESENTATION OF 1983 INDUSTRIAL SAFETY REPORT FOR CITY DEPAR21ENTS
The 1983 Industrial Safety Report from the Assistant City
Manager, dated March 22, 1984 was approved.
15. REPORT FROM DEPARTMENT OF ENGINEERING & UTILITIES REGARDING 48TH
AVENUE -TIETON DRIVE PROJECT
Dennis Covell, Director of Engineering and Utilities,
presented the staff report on this project. It was MOVED by
Barnett, seconded by Beauchamp that as an interim measure a
two-way amber caution flasher be installed on Tieton Drive and
sane advanced signing on Tieton Drive be installed contingent
upon the fact that it does not jeopardize funding for the
project. Unanimously carried by voice vote. Buchanan,
Carndchael, and Sparling absent.
*16. REPORT FROM DEPARM1ENT OF ENGINEERING & UTILITIES REGARDING STATUS
OF 45TH AVENUE - SU4N1TVIEW TO CHESTNUT PROJECT
The report fran the Department of Engineering and Utilities,
regarding the status of the 45th Avenue-Summitview to Chestnut
project, dated March 27, 1984 was approved.
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*17. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT
WITH YAKIMA VISITORS AND CONVENTION BUREAU FOR MANAGEMENT,
OPERATION AND PROMOTION OF THE YAKIMA CENTER
RESOLUTION NO. D-4935, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing
the City Manager and City Clerk of the City of Yakima to
execute an agreement with the Yakima - Valley Visitors and
Convention Bureau for the management and promotion of the
Yakima. Center.
*18. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE YAKIMA RIVER BASIN
ENHANCEMENT ACT"
RESOLUTION .NO. D-4936, A RESOLUTION supporting the pending
Yakima River Basin Project Proposal of January 13, 1984.
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*19. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT RE:
ENERGY SAVINGS DEMONSTRATIONS PROGRAM
A MOTION authorizing the execution of an agreement re: Energy
Savings Demonstrations Program was authorized.
*20. REPORT FROM COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DEPARIMENT REGARDING
STATLE OF 1983 BUSINESS LICENSE COLLECTIONS
The report from the DepaLlument of Community & Economic
Development, regarding the status of the 1983 business license
collections, dated March 27, 1984 was approved.
*21. APPROVAL OF A MULTI-FAMILY REHABILITATION LOAN
II/ The report from the Department of Community and Econmic
Development, regarding a multi-rehabiliation loan dated March
27, 1984 was approved.
*22. REPORTS FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE & BUDGET
a. February 1984 Budget Report
b. Treasury Report for February 1984.
The reports from the Director of Finance & Budget, dated
February 29, 1984, regarding the investmnts of the City of
Yakima, was accepted and approved.
*23. SET DATE OF HEARING FOR APRIL 17, 1984 FOR CONSIDERATION OF A MAJOR
MODIFICATION TO AN EXISTING PLANNED DEVELOPMENT LOCATED AT 54 WEST
NCB HILL BOULEVARD -
April 17, 1984 was set as the date of hearing for a Major
Modification to an existing Planned Development located at 54
West Nob Hill Boulevard.
*24. SET DATE OF HEARING FOR MAY 1, 1984 FOR OONSIDERATION CF PROPOSED
FEE FOR TRANSPORTATION SERVICES DOR THE ELDERLY AND HANDICAPPED
May 1, 1984 was set as the date of hearing for consideration
of a proposed fee for transportation of the elderly and
handicapped.
*25. CONSIDERATION CF AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE TRAFFIC PATTERN IN
THE ALLEY BETWEEN 1ST AND 2ND STREETS, SOUTH OF YAKIMA AVENUE
ORDINANCE NO. 2763, AN ORDINANCE relating to traffic control;
designating one-way streets and alleys; and amending Section
9.50.290 of the City of Yakima Municipal Code.
*26. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 1984 BUDGET,
APPROPRIATING FUNDING FOR DATA PRCCESSING/INFORMATION SYSTEMS NEEDS
ASSESSMENT AND COMPREHENSIVE PLAN (Second Reading)
An Ordinance amending the 1984 Budget, appropriating funding
for Data Processing/Information Systems Needs and Assessment
and Comprehensive Plan, having been read by title only at the
previous meeting, was brought before Council for a second
hearing.
ORDINANCE NO. 2762, AN ORDINANCE amending the 1984 Budget for
the City of Yakima; and making an appropriation in the
000-General Fund for expenditure during 1984.
*27. OTHER BUSINESS
None
Information Items
Items of information supplied to Council were: letter from
concerned citizens re: recently installed two-hour parking
sign on Lincoln Avenue 3/14/84; letter from Olive C. Butler
and Marguerite A. Keeper re: consideration of bus stop change
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on Englewood Avenue 3/20/84; memo from Director'of Finance &
Budget re: Financing for Maintenance Needs at the Capitol
Theatre 3/22/84; . memo from Transit Manager re: Transit
Legislation 3/19/84; letter from Carolyn New, Activity
Director, Chalet Nursing Home, re: appLeciation of
Dial -A -Ride program 3/13/84; and Transit monthly reports for
January and February, 1984.
28. EXECUTIVE SESSION
Executive Session re: Pending Litigation was not held.
29. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to came before the Council, it
was .MOVED by 'bore, seconded by Beauchamp that this meeting be
adjourned at - the hour of 5;17 p.m.
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