HomeMy WebLinkAbout11/13/1984 Study SessionNOVEMBER 13, 1984
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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 Barnett, Henry Beauchamp, Lynn Buchanan, Lyhrf Carmichael, Shirley
Doty and Jerry Foy. Jack Sparling absent.
1. OPEN DISCUSSION FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER
None
2. BUDGET REVIEW ON TOURISM/CAPITOL THEATRE
YAKIMA CENTER/TOURISM
Les McNary, Manager of the Yakima Visitors and Convention
Center, and Dianne Gilliland, Assistant Manager of the Yakima
Visitors and Convention Center, were present to give a brief
review of the activities and trade shows conducted in the
Convention Center during 1984 and answer questions regarding
these events.
Mr. McNary stated approximately 92,000 persons had passed
through the Center during 1984 to attend various trade shows
and events. Current revenues are approximately $32,000 more
than anticipated, and expenditures are $4,500 higher than
projected, however, this figure will be reduced by the end of
the year. He indicated they are expecting 1985 to be as
successful as 1984, although it is unknown at this point what
types of events will be held during 1985. He directed
Council's attention to Page 2 under Service Unit 329-Capital
Improvements, stating everything has been__ integrated into Fund
70 and Fund 370 contains only the depreciation funds. He
stated this fund has approximately $100,000 at this time, and
the unreserved fund balance is projected at $69,000 to carry
over into 1985. He stated this money is used to balance the
budget. He anticipated revenue for 1985 to be $225,612 and
the anticipated expenditures is over $259,397. He indicated
the difference will be taken out of unreserved fund balance.
Mr. McNary reviewed the major policy issues as presented in
the budget.
CAPITOL THEATRE
Eli Ashley, Executive Manager for the Capitol Theatre,
reviewed the status of the Theatre for 1984, stating they
expect moderate revenue increases, however, they expect
moderate increases in expenses also, therefore, are predicting
a break-even situation. Mr. Ashley stated the Theatre is
generating approximately $90-$100,000 a year from private
sources and through grants from the Washington State Arts
Commission. He indicated they are requesting from the City
the same line items as requested in 1984 and anticipate
$15,000 from Yakima County. He stated the repair and
maintenance are management contracts written by the City and
are a part of the operating agreement with the Theatre. He
indicated this line item will remain the same. He stated the
insurance line item is also written by the City and does show
a slight increase for 1985. He added the capital replacement
and_ improvement line item is to insure the facility is
adequately equipped in order to attract rentals and encourage
maximum usage of the building.
3. EXECUTIVE SESSION RE ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY AND COLLECTIVE
BARGAINING
(Continued to end of meeting)
BUSINESS MEETING
4. ROLL CALL
At 3:00 p.m., the Council members commenced the regular
mooting, Mayor Barnett presiding, Council members Buchanan,
Carmichael, Doty and Foy and City Attorney Andrews present on
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roll call. Council member Beauchamp present after 3:05 p.m.
City Manager Zais present after 3:45 p.m. Council member
Sparling absent and excused.
5. INVOCATION
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Barnett.
6. 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. It
was the general consensus of the Council that no additions or
deletions be made. The City Clerk then read the Consent
Agenda items, including resolutions and ordinances by title.
It was MOVED by Carmichael, seconded by Buchanan, that the
Consent Agenda, as read, be passed. Unanimously carried by
roll call vote. Sparling absent. (SUbsequent paragraphs
precedea by an asterisk (*) indicate items on the Consent
Agenda handled under one motion without further discussion.)
7. CURRENT STUDY SESSION ITEMS
None
8. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
None
9. HEARING ON 1985 COMMUNITY BLOCK GRANT REQUESTS
A. CENTRAL WASHINGTON FAMILY AND CHILD RESOURCE
Deborah Danial, 2101 S. 64th Avenue, states she is currently
operating her program in the Southeast Community Center, and
added the program started September 10, 1984. In response to
questions by Council as to whether or not this program is a
duplication of services, she indicated it is not, due to the
fact that she is involved in theraputic counseling with the
children, as well as the parents. She explained that the
majority of the children have been abused and some are
ineligible for EPIC or Headstart for various reasons. She
stated Children's Protective Services is the only agency that
can refer children to her program. The program encompasses
the entire Yakima Valley, all of Yakima, Union Gap, and
Toppenish. She accepts children into the program from the
ages of birth to 6 years of age. She stated the amount of
funding she is requesting from Community Development Block
Grant Funds is $18,000, however, the total cost of the program
is $91,000. Mary Lou Szatkiewicie, 5304 Sky Vista, Cherokee
Frasier, 5203 Manor Drive, Kitty Jubrane, 608 No. 66th Avenue,
and Jim Matson of Children's Protective Services, all spoke in
favor of Council funding this project.
B. FAMILY MEDICINE
Patti Nagle, 217 So. 31st Avenue, gave the presentation for
Family Medicine which included a brief history of the project.
She stated she is requesting funds for an on -going project
that has expended its federal funding. She stated the program
has been in existence since the fall of 1971 until August 15,
1984 and the yearly budget had been $79,000, however, the
budget presented to Council is much reduced from that figure.
The program serves from Buena to the top of White Pass. She
indicated during the period of time the program was
federally -funded, 50% of the families lived within the target
area of Yakima, and 25% lived outside the standard
metropolitan area. She indicated the purpose of the program
is to work with obstetrial ;patients and educate them in the
aspects of parenting.
C. YOUNG PARENT DAYCARE
There was no one present to represent the proposal.
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D. ALLARD RENTAL REHABILITATION
There was no one present to represent the proposal.
E. HOUSING SERVICES CENTER
Dixie Kracht, Housing Supervisor for the Office of Housing and
Neighborhood Conservation, presented their proposal for 1985.
She indicated they are proposing the rehabilitation of 20
units during 1985 and the 50-50 loan payback program. She
requested that Council consider going outside the target area
for the purpose of rehabilitating homes for the elderly and
handicapped. She reviewed the request for funding and how the
monies will be expended and addressed questions from various
Council members regarding the same.
F. PARES AND RECREATION DIVISION
Gordon Elliott, Parks Superintendent, was present to address
this proposal and answer questions by Council. Council member
Doty requested clarification regarding the sidewalks to be
replaced at Larson, Miller, and Washington Parks. Mr. Elliott
stated the snow has covered the sidewalks they were working
on, therefore, they will have to be replaced at a later time.
He indicated the sidewalks at Larson are_the asphalt walkways
that run through the park. Council member Doty indicated she
thought cement was an expensive way to replace the walkways,
and that she had looked at than and did not feel their
condition was too critical. Mr. Elliott indicated the proper
way to take care of than would be with a narrow machine that
would seal coat the walkways, but the City does not have such
a machine.
Alice Maney, 801 West Mead, inquired whether or not she was
eligible for funds to assist her with placing siding on her
house. Mrs. Maney was referred to Dixie Kracht of the Housing
Services Center for further information. Larry Mathews, 805
S. 17th Avenue, indicated he had testified last week in
support of the proposal submitted by the Southeast Community
Center. He stated at that time City Manager Zais indicated
the contract with the Southeast Center would have to be
revised if Block Grant Funds were allocated for operational
purposes at the Southeast Center. He stated he had reviewed
the contracts between the Center and the City and they do not
seem to preclude giving money from Block Grant Funds to the
Center for such purposes. He stated he had also called the
Housing and Urban Development Office in Seattle, Region 10,
and spoke with Judith Moses who informed him that the only
requirement is that the application meet the Block Grant
requirements. He indicated he had spoken with the City
Manager regarding this issue and was told it was a matter for
the _City Attorney to investigate. Mr,_ Mathews was not in
concurrence with this and encouraged Council to lend some
assistance to the Southeast Community Center. Council member
Carmichael addressed the comment made in reference to the City
giving money and management contracts to the Capitol Theatre
and the Convention Center, stating the money given to these
two entities is money generated from the tourist and
hospitality industry through the room tax money, therefore,
they are working for the conventions to fill those roans to
pay that tax. She stated according to state law, these
dollars may only be used for performing arts center, a
convention center, or a sports arena.
There being no other citizens present wishing to address the
issue, Mayor Barnett declared this portion of the hearing on
the Community Development Block Grant proposals closed.
10. HEARING ON A RIGHT-OF-WAY VACATION AND REZONE OF PROPERTY IN THE
VICINITY OF 110 SOUTH 10TH AVENUE, REQUESTED BY ST. ELIZABETH
MEDICAL CENTER
This being the time set for the hearing on a rezone
application requested by St. Elizabeth Medical Center, for
property located in the vicinity of 110 South 10-th Avenue, and
the hearing procedure having been read, the Mayor opened the
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hearing for testimony. Larry Wright, Assistant Director of
Community and Economic Development, stated the Planning
Commission has reviewed the material remanded to than by
Council. He stated there are basically two issues involved.
One is a quasi-judical action in the form of a rezone. He
indicated the Planning Commission had discussed this in a
prior meeting and is now referring it back to Council with the
previous recommendation for approval. Regarding the street
vacation, he stated the Planning Commission is acting only in
an advisory capacity, and therefore, referred the street
vacation back to the Council. He indicated the Planning
Commission felt this had been addressed as one of the
alternatives discussed in the Planned Development, and they
recommend that the modified right-of-way vacation be approved.
He stated the sky bridge is not an element that is usually
considered by the Planning Commission, and has not been
reviewed by them. John Long, Administrator of St. Elizabeth
Medical Center, informed Council that the hospital staff has
met with residents in the neighborhood regarding their
concerns, have resolved these concerns, and are ready to
proceed with the project. He indicated they have withdrawn
the proposed street vacation at the request of the
neighborhood residents. Patrick Farwell, 2812 W. Yakima
Avenue, Assistant Administrator of St. Elizabeth Medical
Center, stated the Medical Center has reconsidered and amended
their request to include only the property on the west side of
10th Avenue between the Medical Center property line and the
curb edge, as well as a special use permit to allowfor a sky
bridge, and one area for a footing on the opposite side of the
street. He indicated 10th Avenue traffic will not change
substantially, and will continue to function as it does
currently. Mr. Farwell gave a brief summary of the proposal
to allow for additional medical offices and parking, and
relocation of the dialysis program. He stated it is
consistent with the design of the Medical Center Campus and
the 1980 Sub Area Plan for the City, as well as planning
currently being done for the updated sub area plan for the
entire neighborhood. (Council member Carmichael temporarily
absent from 5:02 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.) Rip Hollingbery,
architect for the project, presented the City Clerk with
Exhibit No. P-2 and addressed questions regarding Changes in
the parking spaces, the proposed sky bridge, and additional
curb cuts that will be necessary to complete the project.
There being no other citizen present wishing to speak either
for or against the project, the public hearing was declared
closed. Tarry Wright requested Council ask that the developer
work with staff regarding the curb cuts to be made for the
project. After further discussion, it was MOVED by Foy,
seconded by Buchanan, to adopt the final plan as indicated on
Exhibit P-7 with the only condition being that the curb cut
located at Walnut and 10th Avenue be negotiated with staff to
attempt to remove or move it so that it anticipates traffic
movements at that intersection, with the inclusion of Items 2,
3 and 4 of the staff report. Unanimously carried by voice
vote. Carmichael and Sparling absent.
a. Approval of right-of-way permit for St. Elizabeth
Medical Center
Bob Shampine, Code Manager, informed Council this is a
right, -of -way use permit for the sky bridge pillar. It
was MOVED by Foy, seconded by Buchanan, to approve the
right-of-way use permit as requested and supported by
staff. Unanimously carriM by voice vote. Carmichael
temporarily absent. Sparling absent.
11. CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FROM DIAMOND PARKING REGARDING ENFORCEMENT
PRCCEDURES AND MODIFICATION
John Hanson, Director of Finance and —Budget, Gary Beck,
Executive Vice President of Diamond Parking, Inc., and Lee
Semon, Jr., President of the DARC Committee, were present to
discuss the parking enforcement procedures and modifications
to the contract. Mr. Semon stated the request had been made
two years ago by the DARC Committee for Diamond Parking to
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relax their enforcement of parking violations in the downtown
area. It was his recollection that the request was for a
90-day period of time, and Diamond Parking never resumed the
enforcement of parking violations. Discussion followed with
Mr. Beck and Council in which Mr. Beck requested the City
provide snow removal service for the three parking lots for
the remainder of the winter months to make up for the
estimated $3,000 loss of revenue suffered by Diamond Parking
due to the fact they have not been enforcing parking
violations at the request of the City. City Attorney Andrews
indicated this is not possible due to such a transaction being
considered a gift of public funds. Following further
discussion on resolving the issue, it was MOVED by Foy,
second Pa by Carmichael, to adopt a penalty rate schPule of
$5.00. Unanimously carried by voice vote. Sparling absent.
Mr. Semon suggested that in lieu of the City handling snow
removal for the Diamond Parking Lots, the City Sign Shop
design and install the signs for the three lots. It was MOVED
by Foy, seconded by Buchanan for staff to bring to the Council
a report showing the proposal of sign dimension and wording
and costs for the City lots for their review and determine its
involvement in that signing request. In an attempt to clarify
the issues, City Manager Zais indicated Council has made a
decision to bring back a resolution to amend the penalty
schedule. He questioned if it is the consensus of the Council
to make this effective December 1, 1984. Council responded
affirmatively. The question was called for a vote on the
motion. Unanimously carried by voice vote. Sparling absent.
City Manager Zais stated the third point is whether Council
wishes to consider any other amendments to the contract or
requests for the maintenance of the lots, particularly snow
removal. There being no motion, City Manager Zais requested
to know the desires of Council with respect to the contract
for the interim period hPtween now and the time the new
penalties are in effect; whether Mr. Beck stays at the current
level of enforcement for the penalty or moves up to the level
authorized in the current ordinance for the next two weeks.
City Manager Zais indicated it would bP better to remain at
status quo and make the transitition December 1, 1984. It was
the consensus of the Council for the level of enforcement to
remain status quo.
12. INTERIM REPORT FROM THE AMBULANCE AD HOC COMMITTEE
Tom Fieldstead, Deputy Fire Chief, and Linda Topel, Chairman
of the Ambulance Ad Hoc Committee, were present to answer
questions of Council regarding this report. Ms. Topel stated
she feels the report is quite clPar. She indicated the survey
deals with pre -hospital care and the only issue they were not
able to address was the cost issue due to the fact that the
records containing cost factors were not made available to the
committee for examination. She stated it would hP impossible
to Obtain these without subpoena power. It was MOVED by
Carmichael, seconded by Foy, that the Ambulance Ad Hoc
Committee hP dissolved at this time with Council's thanks for
their time and efforts in studying this matter, and consider
the issue concluded. Discussion followed by Council regarding
the definition of the word "adequate" and the cost factor,
after Which the question was called for a vote on the notion.
Carried by 4-2 voice vote. Beauchamp and Doty voting nay.
Sparling absent.
13. PRESENTATION OF 1985 PRELIMINARY AIRPORT BUDGET
It was MOVED by Doty, seconded by Buchanan, to accept the 1985
Preliminary Budget Report as sUbmitted. Unanimously carried
by voice vote. Sparling absent.
*14. CONVEYANCE OF PROPERTY TO THE YAKIMA HOUSING AUTHORITY
RESOLUTION NO. D-5038, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing
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the City Manager and City Clerk of the City of Yakima to
execute and deliver a quit claim deed to the City of Yakima
Housing Authority.
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*15. CONTRACTS FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING CONSULTING SERVICES FOR THE
WEST VALLEY SEVER PROJECT
a. Consideration of Resolution authorizing execution of con-
tract with Jump, Huibregtse Associates, Inc.
RESOLUTION NO. D-5039, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City
Manager and the City Clerk of the City of Yakima to execute an
agreement with Jump, Huibregtse Associates, Inc., for
professional engineering services.
b. Consideration of Resolution authorizing exeution of con-
tract with Preston Shepherd & Associates, Inc.
RESOLUTION NO. D-5040, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City
Manager and the City Clerk of the City of Yakima to execute an
agreement with Preston L. Shepherd & Associates, Inc., for
professional enginccring services.
*16. RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO CREATE A LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT FOR
SOUTH 67TH AND 68TH AVENUES SEVER PROJECT, SETTING THE DATE OF
HEARING FOR JANUARY, 8, 1984
RESOLUTION NO. D-5041, A RESOLUTION of intention to create a
local improvement district.
*17. DISPOSITION OF A DAMAGE CLAIMS
a. Consideration of Resolution authorizing payment in settle-
ment of a claim for damages filed by Ardelle J. King
RESOLUTION NO. D-5042, A RESOLUTION authorizing payment of
$49.70 to Ardelle J. King in settlement of a claim for damages
filed with the City of Yakima.
*18. THIRD QUARTER 1984 INSURANCE CLAIMS REPORT
The report from the Director of Finance and Budget regarding
the third quarter 1984 Insurance Claims Report for the City of
Yakima was accepted and approved.
*19. RIGHT-OF-WAY PERMIT REQUESTED BY KENNETH SEVERN FOR PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 4201 MARY LIN DRIVE
The report from the Director of Community and Economic
Development regarding the request for right-of-way use permit
as requested by Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Severn was accepted and
the permit approved.
*20. SET DATE OF HEARING FOR NOVEMBER 27, 1984 ON A REZONE REQUEST FILED
BY BOISE CASCADE FOR PROPERTY ON THE CORNER OF NORTH 8TH AND "F"
STREETS
November 27, 1984 was set as the date of public hearing as
requested by Boise Cascade Corporation for property locatPd at
the corner of North 8th and "F" Streets.
21. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION PLAN FOR
CITY EMPLOYEES
It was MOVED by Buchanan, seconded by Foy, to defer this item
for one week or until November 20, 1984. Unanimously carried
by voice vote. Sperling absent.
*22. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL TRAFFIC CODE RELATING TO CHILD
RESTRAINT AND DISABLED PARKING
ORDINANCE NO. 2816, AN ORDINANCE relating to traffic control;
amending Sections 9.15.010, 9.45.010, and 9.45.020; enacting
as new sections 9.45.020 Duty on Striking Unattended Vehicles
or Other Property -- Penalty, 9.50.015 Obedience to Signs and
Markings, and 9.50.120 Special Parking Privileges --
Enforcement; repealing Sections 9.15.020, 9.15.030, 9.15.040,
9.15.050, 9.15.090, 9.48.010, 9.48.020, 9.48.030, 9.50.110,
9.50.250 and 9.50.280, all of the City of Yakima Municipal
Code.
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23. OTHER BUSINESS
Mayor Barnett read Council member Doty's letter of resignation
effective December 31, 1984. It was MOVED by Foy, seconded by
Buchanan, that the letter of resignation be accepted with
regret and congratulations to Shirley Doty's new life as a
State Representative. Unanimously carried by voice vote.
Sperling absent. Council member Foy stated he ould like to
see a Resolution prepared thanking and congratulating Council
member Doty for her services in the Community and placement in
her historical files. It was MOVED by Carmichael, seconded by
Buchanan, to open applications for Council position District 1
from November 14, and set a deadline for receipt of
applications on November 29, 1984 at 5:00 p.m. Unanimously
carried by voice vote. Sperling absent.
INFORMATION ITEMS
Items of information suppliPd to Council were: memo from City
Clerk re: applications for Council vacancy. 11/9/84; letter
of resignation from Director of Community & Economic
Development effective December 12, 1984. 11/8/84;
correspondence from UMTA re: UMTA Project grant approval.
10/24/84; letter from HUD re: Housing Assistance Plan annual
goals. 11/6/84; article from 10/22/84 Nation's Cities Weekly,
regarding cable legislation; letter from Yakima Public Schools
Superintendent re: appreciation of efforts of fire
investigators in apprehending culprits involved in Nob Hill
School fire. 11/1/84; and the permit report for the month of
October 1984.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
It was MOVED by Buchanan, seconded by Beauchamp, to move into
Executive Session for the purpose of discussing the
acquisition of property, collective bargaining-- and pending
litigation and to immediately adjourn thereafter to the
November 15th meeting at 9:00 a.m. to be held in the Council
Chambers. Unanimously carried by voice vote. Sperling
absent.
24. ADJOURNMENT
Following the completion of the Executive Session, the meeting
was adjourned at the hour of 7:00 p.m., to then meet on
November 15th at 9:00 a.m. in the •Fail chambers.
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