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STUDY SESSION
The City Council net 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, Henry Beauchamp, Lynn Buchanan, Lynn Carmichael,
Shirley Doty, W. K. "Pete" Moore and Jack Sparling.
1. OPEN DISCUSSION FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER
Council member Carmichael expressed her concern about a hand-
bill being distributed advertising the painting of house
numbers on curbs which could be interpreted as being endorsed
by the City. City Manager Zais stated that staff would
II/ research this issue. that Council member Buchanan stated at the Air Fair will be held
this weekend and Mayor Barnett proclaimed June 30 and July 1,
1984 as Yakima Air Fair Days.
2. STATUS REPORT REGARDING STORM DRAINAGE STUDY
Dennis Covell, Director of Engineering & Utilities, gave some
background information on the storm drainage plan. He
outlined a list of tasks under Phase II of the H.D.R. contract
which was not done due to lack of authorization by the City
Council. He reported that since 1980 the City expended
approximately $88,000 for claims, lawsuits and engineering
services, and there are three storm drainage related claims
from the mid-April rainstorm which may turn into lawsuits.
Although Phase II of the contract would not ultimately solve
the problem, he stated it would have provided information to
work from to apply for grants for storm drainage enhancement
and a master plan would have been prepared. Mayor Barnett
questioned the source of funding for Phase II of the contract
if Council authorizes staff to proceed with that portion of
the contract. Mr. Covell responded that since no specific
funds have been budgeted for this purpose, a potential source
of funding would be from the cash reserve fund from the Sewer
Fund or earmark money from FRS funds. Council member Doty
stated she has received several phone calls regarding flooding
in the last two months. Council member Beauchamp inquired
about the cost to canplete Phase II. Mr. Covell explained
that he could not get an answer from H.D.R. before the Council
meeting, as they asked for time to do some research. He
further explained that this item would have to go out for
ccmpetitive proposals. Council member Buchanan spoke about
the drainage lines in the County which are intertwined with
the City's lines. He further stated that as development
occurred in the City, these lines became inadequate to carry
the storm water runoff. Mayor Barnett questioned staff if
they have contacted the County to see if they would
participate in this project. Mr. Covell stated he has not
been back to the County about this subject. Mayor Barnett
stated that perhaps this project should be addressed on a
regional basis. Council member Buchanan expressed his concern
that the manual received from Phase I seems to be a
"boilerplate" manual. Council member Doty expressed concern
about a procedure being followed wherein the City channels the
storm water runoff into some of the irrigation canals which
causes flooding farther down the line. It was MOVED by
Carmichael, seconded by Moore to direct staff to reopen this
topic with Yakima County and report back on their response
before we explore this any further. Unanimously carried by
voice vote. Lee Adams, 44th & Arlington, spoke about the
flooding problems surrounding the Hallmarc and Arlington
apartments. Gary Skov, Yakima Pre-Cast, stated their firm is
troubled with flooding whenever the Shanno Irrigation Ditch
overflows after a heavy rainfall, causing the firm to close
its doors until the flooding subsides.
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3. REPORT REGARDING THE EASTSIDE ANNEXATION - ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
STATEMENT AND RELATED ISSUES
John Beer, Jr., Director of Community & Economic Development,
stated that based upon SEPA guidelines, the Environmental
Impact Statement (EIS) basically addresses the impact on Fire
District No. 13. He reviewed the three alternatives given in
the Final EIS; A) proposed annexation as initiated by the City
Council; B) annexation of a reduced area; or C) no action
(drop annexation). He reported that the moratorium against
annexation by the City will expire March 5, 1985 in the
Fairview-Sumac area. He then outlined the four policy options
listed in the staff report: 1) Continue to pursue the
proposed annexation with/without mitigating measures; 2)
Postpone annexation efforts until Fairview-Sumac annexation
moratorium ends; 3) Pursue the annexation of the commercial
area, EIS Alternative B, on East Yakima Avenue (Terrace
Heights Drive) and immediately initiate annexation of the
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remainder of the Fire District (includes the Fairview-Sumac
neighborhood) so as to have the annexation take place after
the expiration of the moratorium on March 4, 1984; and 4) Drop
present annexation efforts. He stated staff's recommendation
is to accept Policy Option 3, continue annexation of area "B"
indicated on the map (EIS Alternative B) and start annexation
of the Fire District. There would be about a six month period
of time that the Fire District would be without revenue before
annexation would be effective. He reviewed the impact to the
Fire District's revenue which would be caused by the
annexation. Mayor Barnett inquired if a petition would still
need to be processed since we have over 75% of the assessed
valuation in the area. Mr. Beer responded that the petition
is necessary; however, those residents who have signed an
Outside Utility Agreement, will be required to sign the
petition. Under Policy Option No. 3, area "B" would
immediately be annexed and procedures to annex the remainder
of the area initially contemplated for annexation would begin.
When that area is annexed, then the Fire District would be
eliminated. Mayor Barnett questioned if it would be
cost-effective to annex that area; would the City incur
additional expense in serving that area for utilities and
public safety services. Mr. Beer responded that taking over
Fire District No. 13 would not put a strain on the Fire
Department budget. He believes the revenue received from this
area will take care of their share for utility improvements.
City Manager Zais interjected that this annexation does not
include the fairgrounds. Council member Sparling commented
perhaps it would be better to leave Fire District No. 13 in
place and reimburse their loss and just annex area "B". It
was MOVED by Carmichael, seconded by Buchanan to move Item No.
13 down to become Item No. 7a under the Business portion of
the meeting. Unanimously carried by voice vote.
BUSINESS MEETING
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4. ROLL CALL
At 3:00 p.m., the Council members commenced the regular
meeting, Mayor Barnett presiding, Council members Beauchamp,
Buchanan, Carmichael, Doty, Moore and Sparling and City
Manager Zais and City Attorney Andrews present on roll call.
5. INVOCATION
The Invocation was given by Council member Doty.
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.
Council member Doty requested that Item No. 11 be added to the
Consent Agenda. It was the general consensus of the Council
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that the addition of Item No. 11, 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 Buchanan that the Consent Agenda, as read, be
passed. Unanimously carried by roll call vote. (Subsequent
paragraphs preceded by an asterisk (*) indidate items on the
Consent Agenda handled under one motion without further
discussion.)
Mayor Barnett stated there is an off-agenda item, which will
be considered following Item No. 10 and will be identified as
Item "X".
7. CURRENT STUDY SESSION ITEMS
Item No. 3
Discussion ensued about the receipt of revenue from that area
if it is annexed. City Manager Zais stated a comprehensive
analysis of the needed utility and street improvements in that
area has not been done. Mr. Beer suggested that Council
authorize the annexation of area "B" at this time and allow
staff to come back with a cost/benefit analysis of the
remaining area of Fire District No. 13. Ed Williams, speaking
on behalf of Bob Hall, Sunfair Chevrolet, and Bob Lynch, Lynch
Motors, stated that the two gentlemen own property directly
south of their dealerships down to Riverside Street. He
stated they would like this area included in the annexation if
Alternate B is accepted. Council member Doty inquired if the
few residents in that particular area are aware of the
possibility of this annexation. City Manager Zais stated due
to the fact that the area is included in the proposed initial
annexation, they would have been notified. It was MOVED by
Moore, seconded by Beauchamp to adopt Plan B and include the
area south to Riverside Street and not take any action on the
rest of the annexation until such time as we have had a staff
report on the cost of servicing that area. Unanimously
carried by voice vote.
*8. MINUTES
The Council minutes of May 8, 1984 were approved, having been
duly certified accurate by two Council members and no one
present wishing to have said minutes read publicly.
9. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
Gene Gandy, 420 So. 23rd Avenue, stated he has attended three
public hearings on the proposed urban area zoning ordinance
and it alarms him. He urged Council to either withdraw from
this or keep the present zoning ordinance in tact. He
enumerated his concerns regarding the growth of bureaucracy
and downzoning of property without compensation. He stated
the proposed ordinance is oppressive and he would like to see
the free market determine the highest and best use of a piece
of property. Mayor Barnett explained the hearing procedures
to Mr. Gandy and suggested he return when the hearing by the
City Council is held.
10. HEARING ON SIX YEAR TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR
1985-1990
This being the time fixed for the hearing on the Six Year
Transportation Improvement Program for 1985-1990, Dennis
Covell, Director of Engineering & Utilities, commented that
this is essentially the same plan as presented to the Traffic
Safety Commission and the Planning Commission. There being no
citizen present wishing to speak to this item, the public
hearing was closed. Resolution No. D-4975, having been read
by title, it was MOVED by Carmichael, seconded by Doty that
the Resolution be adopted. Unanimously carried by voice vote.
318 JUNE 26, 1984
RESOLUTION NO. D-4975, A RESOLUTION adopting a Six Year
Transportation Improvement Program and Urban Arterial Board
Supplement for the period of 1985 through 1990 for the
construction of streets and arterial streets in the City of
Yakima.
X. OFF-AGENDA ITEM REGARDING A CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION
ORDINANCE
Council member Doty stated she was not present at the last
Council meeting, but according to her information, there was a
stalemate on the issue of an ordinance to increase the salary
of the Code Manager. Stating she had previously voted on the
prevailing side, it was MOVED by Doty, seconded by Beauchamp
for reconsideration of the ordinance regarding the Code
Manager recruitment and pay range. Council member Doty stated
that during the last two weeks she has had input from the
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community representing a cross section of people who are
satisfied with our Code Administration Division. If
reconsidered, she would like to see the 9% salary range be
approved and suggested that management be authorized to
reinstitute the recruitment for that position. The question
was called for a vote on the motion. Unanimously carried by
voice vote. Ordinance No. 2785 having been read by title, it
was MOVED by Beauchamp, seconded by Carmichael that the
ordinance be passed. Council member Carmichael commented that
the ordinance does not contain authorization for recruitment
for that position; which will have to be handled by separate
motion. Following comments by the City Attorney regarding the
effective date of the ordinance, it was MOVED by Carmichael,
seconded by Doty to amend the ordinance to delete the date,
July 21, as the effective date and replace it with July 28 as
the effective date. Unanimously carried by voice vote. The
question was called for a vote on the motion, as amended.
Carried by 6-1 roll call vote. Buchanan voting nay. It was
MOVED by Doty, seconded by Beauchamp to authorize management
to reinstitute recruitment for a Code Manager and fill the
position as deemed appropriate. City Manager Zais commented
that this issue was confused and debated because of the
concern over the original salary proposed. There also was
concern over a related lawsuit which is pending. He reported
it will be a minimum of four months until a decision on the
appeal to the lawsuit is made. He further reported that he
does not believe it will be necessary to hire a consulting
firm for recruitment of that position. The question was
called for a vote on the motion. Carried by 5-2 voice vote.
Buchanan and Carmichael voting nay.
*11. CONTRACT WITH NACHES/CaKICHE CANAL COMPANY FOR DIVERSION DAM REHAB-
ILITATION PROJECT
REsOLTUION NO. D-4966, A RESOLUTION authorizing the City
Manager and the City Clerk to execute an agreement with the
Naches & Cowiche Canal Company for the rehabilitation of the
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irrigation diverson dam on the Naches River near Nelson
Bridge.
*12. MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT REGARDING STATE FAIR HOUSING TASK FORCE
RESOLUTION NO. D-4967, A RESOLUTION authorizing the execution
of a New Horizons Memorandum of Understanding with the United
States Department of Housing and Urban Development.
*13. AGREEMENT WITH CABOT DOW ASSOCIATES FOR PROFESSIONAL LABOR
NEGOTIATIONS SERVICES
RESOLUTION NO. D-4968, A RESOLUTION authorizing the execution
of an "Agreement Between The City of Yakima and Cabot Dag
Associates for Labor Relations Consulting/Negotiation
Services".
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*14. AGREEMENT WITH R.W. BECK & ASSOCIATES FOR WASTEWATER GRANT
INFORMATION
RESOLUTION NO. D-4969, A RESOLUTION authorizing the execution
of a Professional Services Agreement with R.W. Beck &
Associates.
*15. DISPOSITION OF DAMAGE CLAIMS
A. CLAIM FILED BY VIRGINIA SAUVE (SEWER LINE BACKUP)
RESOLUTION NO. D-4970, A RESOLUTION authorizing the payment of
$144.45 to Virginia Sauve in settlement of a claim for damages
filed with the City of Yakima.
B. CLAIM FILED BY DERWIN & SHIRLEY PRYOR (SEWER LINE BACKUP)
RESOLUTION NO. D-4971, A RESOLUTION authorizing the payment of
$86.28 to Derwin L. Pryor and Shirley J. Pryor in settlement
of a claim for damages filed with the City of Yakima.
*16. TRANSFER OF RIGHT-OF-WAY USE PERMIT FOR PROPERTY AT 201 SO. 2ND
AVENUE
The transfer of a Right-of-Way Use Permit from United Supply
Company to General Supply Company for property located at 201
No. 2nd Avenue, was approved.
*17. APPROVAL OF APPLICATION FOR USE OF FACILITIES AT LARSON PARK
The application for use of Ballfield No. 3, at Larson Park,
requested by J.C. Womens Auxiliary for a Donkey Ball Game, was
approved.
*18. OONSIDERATION OF LEGISLATION RELATING TO THE SALE OF FIREWORKS:
A. RESOLUTION GRANTING PERMITS FOR THE RETAIL SALE OF FIREWORKS
RESOLUTION NO. D-4972, A RESOLUTION granting permits for the
retail sale of fireworks within the City of Yakima for 1984.
B. ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE SALE OF FIREWORKS
ORDINANCE NO. 2782, AN ORDINANCE relating to fire regulations;
regulating the sale, use and storage of fireworks; defining
terms; amending Sections 10.15.010, 10.15.020, 10.15.040,
10.15.050, 10.15.060, and 10.15.090, and enacting Sections
10.15.065 and 10.15.110 as new sections, all of the City of
Yakima Municipal Code; and declaring an emergency.
*19. CONSIDERATION OF LEGISLATION AUTHORIZING AND IMPLEMENTING
SELF-FUNDING OF INDRKERS' COMPENSATION
II/ A. AGREEMENT WITH scow WETZEL SERVICES FOR ADMINISTRATIVE
SERVICES
RESOLUTION NO. D-4973, A RESOLUTION authorizing the execution
of an agreement with Scott Wetzel Services, Inc. to administer
a self-insured workers' compensation program- for the City.
B. ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A WORKERS' COMPENSATION FUND
ORDINANCE NO. 2783, AN ORDINANCE relating to funds and
accounts; creating a Norkers' Compensation Fund", declaring
the purpose thereof, specifying the source of funds thereto
and providing for expenditures therefrom; enacting Chapter
3.102, "Workers' Compensation Fund" and various sections
thereof as a new chapter and new sections of the City of
Yakima Municipal Code; and declaring an emergency.
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C. ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 1984 BUDGET, APPROPRIATING FUNDS INTO
THE WORKERS' COMPENSATION FUND (First Reading)
An Ordinance amending the 1984 Budget and making an
appropriation in the Workers' Compensation Fund having been
read by title only at this meeting, was laid on the table for
one week or until July 3, 1984.
D. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN INTERFUND LOAN
RESOLUTION NO. D-4974, A RESOLUTION authorizing a temporary
loan from 613-Health Benefit Reserve Fund to 614-Workers'
Compensation Fund, and providing for repayment.
*20. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 1984 BUDGET (Second Reading)
ORDINANCE NO. 2784, AN ORDINANCE amending the 1984 Budget for
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the City of Yakima; and making an appropriation in the 1962
G.O. Street Bond Redemption Fund No. 281 for expenditures
during 1984.
21. OTHER BUSINESS
Executive Session
It was MOVED by Sperling, seconded by Doty to move into Executive
Session for the purpose of discussing pending litigation and
immediately adjourn the meeting thereafter. Unanimously carried by
voice vote.
Information Items
Its of information supplied to Council were: letter from Bob
Roegner, City of Auburn, re: success of AWC Convention. 6/19/84;
memo from Ty Wick, Superintendent of Water/Irrigation re: 24 Hour
Emergency Response. 6/21/84; memorandum from Dennis Covell,
Director of Engineering & Utilities, re: Contract No. 6 Wastewater
Treatment Plant Contract Award Recommendation. 6/20/84; memorandum
from Bert Tabayoyon, Customer Service Manager, re: Maintenance of
Parking Lots by Diamond Parking. 6/22/84; and memorandum from Pat
Brady, Department Assistant for Community & Economic Development,
re: Public Hearings Schedule for Urban Area Zoning Ordinance and
Map. 6/20/84.
22. ADJOURNMENT
Following the completion of the Executive Session, the meeting was
adjourned at the hour of 4:20 p.m.
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