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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. • - „ 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. ■ OCTOBER 20, 1975 503 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 I/ 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. I/ 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 504 OCTOBER 20, 1975 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. • 505 OCTOBER 20, 1975 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. READ AND CERTIFIED ACCURATE BY 6 4 )4 \ ,N syk.s, DATE la -?-7 • 7S I cou C MAN it 1 Al 'I . — , i • lil 174A-N _---1,/ DATE ATTEST: ff f CITY C e _,,r / •K MAYOR _ . 1 A