HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/20/1975 Business Meeting 502 OCTOBER 20, 1975
The City Council met in session on this date at 6:30 P.M. in the Conference
Room at Yakima City Hall.
Councilmen present at the meeting were Mayor Bert Broad, Wray Brown, Betty
L. Edmondson, W. K. "Pete" Moore and Dr. Bill Simmons.
Council discussed a letter submitted by Frank Bradley of the Capitol
Theatre Committee outlining proposed recommendations concerning the
construction of a performing arts facility'for Yakima. In general, the
Capitol Theatre Committee's recommendation encompasses (a) community desire;
(b) a study of possible theatre types and locations, artistic and economic
impact on the community in costs of construction and (c) a study of all
funding sources. In deliberating on these suggestions, the Council asked
for a review of the existing relationship between the City and the Capitol
Theatre Committee. City Attorney Andrews mentioned that under the original
agreement C.T.C. was charged with the responsibility for investigating:
(a) possible performances in the theatre; (b) investigating possible book-
ings and (c) to advise on restoration alternatives. In this capacity, the
City paid CTC $1250 per month for 12 months (supported from the rentals
by Mercy Enterprises), to study the above and engage a theatre manager.
Under the relationship now proposed, the legal agreement would have to be
changed and a new relationship be formed. City Attorney Andrews advised
that CTC could be engaged as a professional consultant to complete a study
of the aforementioned recommendations. The City would then pay for these
on a professional service basis. In consideration of these suggestions, it
was MOVED by Brown, seconded by Simmons that a new agreement be drawn
engaging the Capitol Theatre Committee to perform services outlined in
Frank Bradley's letter and as outlined above: carried, Broad, Brown,
44eimet, Moore and Simmons voting aye by voice vote. Jarms and Schussler
absent. Edmondson voting nay by voice vote.
Director of Community Development Fred Stouder reviewed materials on
Community Development house meetings and neighborhood house discussions,
advising what the people felt were the significant problems in their
neighborhood. In general, he indicated that the Housing and Community
- Development program could deal directly with the housing problems mentioned
and perhaps indirectly on others by doing background information and
referrals to proper agencies. The Community Development Act provides the
only assistance for improvement of housing. Continuing meetings will be
held to ferret out new problems requiring attention.
VISTA volunteers next presented a slide presentation on the rehabilitation
of housing for elderly in the City under the Crafsmen Corp Programs.
Public Works Director Dave Vargas once again reviewed the Yakima Waste-
water Facilities Plan and Agreement for Wastewater treatment and disposal
service between the City, Yakima County, Terrace Heights and Town of
Union Gap. One point of clarification made was that the cost data in
Public Information Brochure #2 was accurate and that the cost data provided
in the preliminary study was in error. R. W. Beck and Associates indicated
that they had erred in the cost material in the detailed study. After
some consideration of the materials, it was the consensus of the Council that
an additional Study Session should be held to continue review of the
facilities program.
At 8:00 P.M., the Council members moved into the Council Chambers
for the balance of the meeting, Mayor Broad presiding, Councilmen
Brown, Edmondson, Moore and Simmons:, City Manager McMicken and City
Attorney Andres present on roll tall. Jarms absent on
roll call, having been excused at the previous meeting. Councilman
Schussler having requested permission to be excused from this meeting,
it was MOVED by Brown, seconded by Moore that Councilman Schussler
be excused: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Moore and Simmons voting
aye by voice vote.
The Invocation was given by Mayor Broad.
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The minutes of the previous meeting of October 14, 1975, having been
duly certified accurate by two Councilmen, and no one present wishing
to have said minutes read publicly, Mayor Broad declared said minutes
approved as recorded.
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City Manager McMicken reviewed the offer by the State for settlement
of State and City Employees Retirement System administrative costs
from Yakima and six Washington cities, explaining earlier findings
whereby the City was undercharged for administrative services under
the retirement system during the years 1961 to 1971. Yakima is one
of 107 Washington cities earlier asked to pay costs for those years.
These costs had been paid from interest held on deposits with the retirement
system, but subsequently, the Attorney General and others have researched
the matter. The City of Yakima has been represented in this case by
the City Attorney of Renton and Bellevue through the Association of
Washington Cities. Mr. McMicken reviewed the proposed outline drawn
up by Mr. Campbell for the proposed settlement, noting the amount originally
requested from the City of Yakima was $24,234. The settlement proposes
that the amounts from 1960 thru 1966 be cancelled and from 1966 to 1970
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be required at 33 1/3 percent along with full costs for 1971. The
City's representatives feel this to be the best solution and urge agreement
by the City of Yakima. The City is to indicate their acceptance of
the adjusted figure of $8,754.08, roughly 1/3 of what Yakima was originally
asked to pay. Mr. McMicken explained that this payment would be distributed
among approximately 10 City funds with the amount from the General
Fund to total $4,192. Mayor Broad noted that the Association of Washington
Cities has been active in board meetings on this matter, and the consensus
has been that contesting settlement would probably amount to a higher
figure. City Manager McMicken asked that the Council approve signing
of the consent. He indicated it could be paid in one lump sum or over
a period of years. He indicated this will be taken up as part of the
1976 budget deliberations. City Attorney Andrews explained that one
of the conditions of the proposed settlement is that a majority of
cities accept the proposal and go along with the settlement, explaining
that if a sufficient number of cities should contest, the settlement
would be ineffective. It was MOVED by Moore, seconded by Edmondson
that the Council approve signing the consent agreement: carried, Broad,
Brown, Edmondson, Moore and Simmons voting aye by voice vote. Jarms
and Schussler absent.
Assistant Planner John Haddix reviewed the Outside Utility Request
by the Federal Land Bank of Washington (Emerald Lake) located at the
southwest corner of SR -12 and N. 16th Avenue, this matter having been
continued from the previous week. Mr. Haddix reviewed the Staff Report
on this request, noting the recommendations of the Planning Commission
from their meeting held October 7, as follows:
1. That the driveway be enlarged to 50 feet and a
center divider be installed.
2. That restrictive sign measures contained in the Covenant
apply equally to all and for all purposes.
3. That complete landscaping and irrigation plans be
submitted for Phase I prior to final approval.
4. That any further development of the office park be
proposed before the Planning Commission for their
recommendations as to any future utility extension.
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The Planning Commission further recommended approval of extending water
service only for Phase I of the development to include Buildings A
and C, subject to the above conditions. Mr. Robert Marley, Manager
of the Federal Land Bank, being present, noted their agreement with
the conditions as stated, except for the water extension to only Phase
I buildings, explaining the problems that will be encountered. He
explained that already there is interest in the other four sites of
the development and would necessitate that each come in under a separate
request for utility extension, causing considerable delays on the project.
He requested that the Council drop this condition and approve water
extension to all sites in advance. He cited problems should Phase
I water extension be approved, but the subsequent request for extension
to Phase II be denied. Councilman Edmondson requested that the staff
look into what could be done to approve extension of water in advance.
Councilman Moore also favored prior approval, ,- noting that they will
have a site plan. City Manager McMicken reviewed the City's normal
procedure for utility extension requests and suggested that the
Council asked him to submit another site plan and program to the Planning
Commission, for approval of water extension to all sites. This was
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agreeable to Mr. Marley. It was MOVED by Moore, seconded by Edmondson
that the request by the Federal Land Bank be granted, subject to the
four conditions as noted in the Staff Report of October 20, 1975.:
carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Moore, and Simmons voting aye by
voice vote. Jarms and Schussler absent.
City Manager McMicken referred to the implementation of the school
pedestrian signal plan, this matter having been continued from the
previous week. He noted the report of the Traffic Engineer dated
10/20/75 on this subject. A letter has been written to the State
Aid Engineer in Olympia explaining why the City feels the signals
to be in conformance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
Mr. McMicken reported recent discussions with the District Highway
Engineer, who will contact Olympia on the City's behalf. He advises
that in two or three weeks the City could expect a response. Councilman
Simmons requested from staff an update on the street lighting projects
proposed under the Community Development Block Grant Application
A report having been received from the City Engineer on the completion
of LID No. 998, Voelker Addition No. 1 Sanitary Sewer District, it was
MOVED by Brown, seconded by Edmondson that November 17, 1975 be the
date set for hearing on this matter: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson,
Moore and Simmons voting aye by voice vote. Jarms and Schussler absent.
City Manager McMicken reviewed the proposed Ordinance authorizing condemnation
and acquisition of property for off-street parking in the Central Business
District and reviewed the downtown project map, along with maps showing
properties to be acquired. He explained the deletion of three particular
lots from the attached legal description, to include the lot at the
corner of 1st and "A" presently occupied on the south half by Plaza
Lane Parking. He noted the City will move the property north and save
the south half for the bank to utilize, necessitating amendment to the
proposed original plan. Another lot includes the Mall Garage which
still necessitates a proper legal description. Finally, he noted the
property on 2nd and "A", being dropped through negotiations by staff,
whereby they will lease that property to the City for inclusion in the
project as reported. In turn, the bank will also receive back spaces
for purposes of a drive-in window, which will be open to the public
during off hours. After due discussion, it was MOVED by Brown, seconded
by Moore that Ordinance No. 1854, authorizing the condemnation and acquis-
ition of property as depicted by the attached Exhibit "A" for parking
in the Central Business District, be passed: carried, Broad, Brown,
Edmondson, Moore and Simmons voting aye on roll call. Jarms and Schussler
absent.
ORDINANCE NO. 1854, AN ORDINANCE of the City Council of the City of
Yakima, Washington, providing for the implementation of the City's Comprehensive
Plan for off-street parking, for the acquisition of certain properties
for off-street parking facilities within the City; providing for the
condemnation, appropriation, taking and damaging of land and other property
rights necessary therefore, and directing attorneys for the City to
prosecute appropriate action and proceeding in the manner provided by
law for said condemnation.
City Manager McMicken requested authorization to engage George M. Lemon
to do appraisal review services related to the Community Development
Block Grant Acquisition Program in connection with recycling houses.
He will review the appraisals performed by Ross Mellor at his standard
rate of $150 per day. It was MOVED by Moore, seconded by Brown that I/
the City engage George M. Lemon for appraisal services: carried, Broad,
Brown, Edmondson, Moore and Simmons voting aye by voice vote. Jarms
and Schussler absent.
City Manager McMicken requesting authorization for out-of-state travel
for Sgt. Robert Brimmer, Police Department, to travel to Victoria, B.C.,
Canada to attend the Washington Organized Crime Intern Seminar, it was
MOVED by Brown, seconded by Moore that said travel be approved and expenses
paid: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Moore and Simmons voting aye
by voice vote. Jarms and Schussler absent.
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City Manager McMicken reported on meetings held by the Creditors' 'Committee
for Cascade Airways, of which Walt Chappel is a member, recently held
in Spokane. He reported that $850 has been paid to the City and they
now owe $900.
There being no further business to come before the Council, it was
MOVED by Simmons, seconded by Moore that this meeting be adjourned
at 9:00 P.M. to Wednesday, October 22, 1975 at the hour of 12:00 Noon,
to then meet in the Holiday Inn Restaurant : carried, Broad, Brown,
Edmondson, Moore and Simmons voting aye by voice vote. Jarms and 'Schussler
absent.
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