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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07/22/1974 Business Meeting and Special Meeting 07/25/1974 and Adjourned Meeting 07/26/1974 1 17 JULY 22, 1974 The City Council met in session at 1:30 P.M. on this date 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, Charles A. Rich and Don Schussler. Police Chief, Jack LaRue, presented the Police Department's preliminary Work Programs for 1975. Highlights of the program include the following: an intent to negotiate a contractual arrangement with the Yakima County Jail for detention of male and female prisoners; complete a Communications Specialist Training Program, remodel indoor firearms range; plan for expansion of second-floor facilities to accommodate the Youth Bureau, implement the micro-film retriever system authorized by the Council; and increase selective enforcement programs. A preliminary financial analysis gives an estimate of $2,013,000 for the Police Budget in 1975, as compared to $1,808,000 budgeted in 1974. The Council inquired what the Police policy was on School Safety Patrol needs. Captain Qualley remarked that the Police Department supported the "bouncing ball - flashing light" concept to slow down traffic, as opposed to the flag system currently in use. Fire Chief, Matt Young, discussed his preliminary Work Program for 1975. Highlights of the fire program include: organizing in-service company fire inspections; a Fire and Life Safety Program in conjunction with the Regional Library, design and implementation of a supervised fire prevention program and inspections; installation of "Opticom" vehicle pre-emption devices and fire lane indicators to meet Uniform Traffic Code Standards; construction and installation of new fire alarm console for Fire Station #3 and replacement of emergency generator at City Hall. A preliminary financial analysis of the Fire Department's estimated Budget is $1,522,000 for 1975, as compated to $1,312.000 in 1974. At 3:00 P.M., the Council members moved into the Council Chambers for the balance of the meeting, Mayor Broad presiding, Councilmen Brown, Edmondson, Moore, Rich, Schussler and Acting City Manager Fred Andrews present on roll call. Councilman Whitaker absent on roll call, having been excused at a previous meeting. The Invocation was given by Councilman Rich. The minutes of the previous adjourned regular meeting of Friday, July 12, 1974 and the regular meeting of July 15, 1974 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. This being the time set for the Hearing on the Rezone Application filed by Noel Investment Company, requesting rezone of property situated at 1008 So. 3rd Avenue, Assistant Planner, John Haddix, reviewed the Planning Staff Report and Planning Commission Minutes on this subject dated June 17, and July 2, 1974, respectively. He indicated the request is for a rezone from R-2, Two-Family Zone to B-2, Local Business Zone, to facilitate the expansion of the neighborhood shopping center in this area. He further reported the recommendation of the Planning Staff for approval of this request, inasmuch as the proposed expansion will be an asset to the neighborhood and will not contribute to traffic congestion. It was MOVED by Edmondson, seconded by Moore that Ordinance No. 1683, providing for said rezone, be passed: carried, Broad, Edmondson, Moore, Rich and Schussler voting aye on roll call. Brown not voting, due to a conflict of interest. Whitaker absent. JULY 22, 1974 : ORDINANCE NO. 1683, AN ORDINANCE accepting the recommendation of the Planning Commission and rezoning property situated at 1008 So. 3rd Avenue, Yakima, Washington, from R-2, Two-Family !Zone, to B-2, Local Business Zone. !This being the time set for the Hearing on the Rezone Application filed by Yakima Federal Savings and Loan Association, requesting !rezone of property situated at 3906 Tieton Drive, Assistant !Planner, John Haddix, reviewed the Planning Staff Report and !Planning Commission Minutes on this subject dated June 5 and !July 2, 1974, respectively. The request is from an.R-1,Single- ;Family Zone to Planned Development Zone, to facilitate expansion !of the bank parking lot. He reviewed the Planning Staff recommend- ation for approval of this request subject to the following !conditions: 1. That a right turn only sign or painted arrow be installed at the exit onto Tieton Drive. 2. That irrigation plans be submitted for approval prior to issuance of the Building Permit. It was moved by Brown, seconded by Edmondson that Ordinance No. 1684, providing for said rezone, be passed: carried, Broad, !Brown, Edmondson, Moore, Rich and Schussler voting aye on roll Icall. Whitaker absent. ORDINANCE NO. 1684, AN ORDINANCE accepting the recommendation of the Planning Commission and rezoning property at 3906 Tieton Drive from R-1, Single-Family Zone to Planned Development Zone. This being the time set for the Hearing on Resolution No. D- 3150, to improve property by the construction of a sewer in accordance with Petition No. 796, Director of Public Works, Dave Vargas, reported that no protests have been received on this Petition. It was MOVED by Edmondson, seconded by Schussler that Ordinance No. 1685, providing for the creation of L.I.D. No. 998, Voelker Addition No. 1 Sanitary Sewer District, be ;passed: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Moore, Rich and Schussler 'voting aye on roll call. Whitaker absefit7-- !ORDINANCE NO. 1685, AN ORDINANCE providing for the improvement I of certain property by constructing a pipe sewer with the necessary 'wye branches and manholes; establishing a Local Improvement District, providing for the method of payment thereof, and creating a special fund. ' This being the time set for the Hearing on the City's proposed Housing Code, Housing Services Representative, Darrell Griek, !reviewed problems and objections associated with the present Code adopted by Ordinance No. 1507 and subsequent Ordinance No. 1615 in relation to the wording, inspection system, method of appeal, and possible varying interpretations by Inspectors. Mr. Griek ' referred to variances and additions to the Code found in the proposed Housing Code Ordinance now before the Council, to include ,room size, provision for an Advisory Board of Appeals, regulations !relating to the actions of the Inspector, provisional permits, !costs variances allowed, and exceptions to the general procedure, !all as contained in the proposed ordinance. He further referred to the set of Administrative Rules drawn up in conjunction with this ordinance, which is included in the recommendation from the Housing Code Task Force. He indicated that the main purpose lof these rules is to prevent wrong interpretation of the Housing Code Ordinance by Inspectors- Mr. Terry Schmalz, Attorney, being present, reviewed his letter to Council members dated July 17, 1974, on behalf of the Multiple Listing Real Estate Board of Yakima, Yakima Board of Realtors, Inc., and the Home Builders Association of Yakima, Inc. Mr. Schmalz indicated the real estate people do not object to the 1970 and 1973 Editions of the Uniform Housing Code, but do object to the Certificate of Occupancy 1 1 19 JULY 22, 1974 system. He asked that this matter possibly be submitted to the vote of the people and that at least one more Public Hearing be held on this matter. Mrs. Betty Gaudette, being present, related several questions in relation to the proposed Hous- ing Code Ordinance, to include the proposed time schedule, means of final appeal, a possible schedule of board meetings, method of inspection and a reference to the Litter Law. Mary Jean Lord, being present, opposed the wording re the enforcement of the Housing Code. Mr. Gordon Spencer, spoke against mandatory inspections. Mr. Tom Bostic, Chairman of the Housing Code Task Force, reviewed the efforts of the Task Force in preparing the proposed ordinance and recommended that the Council give it serious consideration at this time. Others present and speaking to this matter were Mr. Sheraton Folsom, Mamie Morrison, Mrs. Jean Rich, Myra McClain, Patrick Nagle, Gordon Spencer, W. C. Britt, Bill Keinier, and Mauno Saari. After due discussion, it was MOVED by Rich, seconded by Schussler that the proposed ordinance be further discussed and brought back for discussion at the Council meeting of August 5, 1974: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Moore, Rich and Schussler voting aye by voice vote. Whitaker absent. Mark Anderson, being present, reported on the summer program for economically disadvantaged youth, (S.P.E.D.Y.), and reviewed the project that he is working on as described in the report passed to Councilmen. He explained that his project identifies problems and needs of people living in the neighborhood of North 8th Street between Yakima Avenue and "E" Street. As a result of contacting the people in this neighborhood, he has discovered that residents in this section feel that the heavy truck traffic which uses North 8th Street present a danger and are noisy and dusty. He cited several objectives to be accomplished by August 16, 1974 as a result of a Petition circulated in this area and containing 140 signatures of persons in favor of a traffic light at North 8th and "B" Streets. Among those objectives discussed were a truck speed limit along this street of 25 MPH, a traffic light at North 8th and "B" Streets, a Community Advisory Board and further communications on this matter with the City Council. Mayor Broad indicated that this Petition would be referred to the Traffic Department for action. It was MOVED by Rich, seconded by Edmondson that this report be referred to the City staff for action and a report back to the Council by August 19, 1974: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Moore, Rich and Schussler voting aye by voice vote. Whitaker absent. Acting City Manager Fred Andrews referred to City Manager Report No. 222 regarding the proposed Automated Micro-Film Records System for the Police Department. He reviewed the recommendation that the City enter into a State Law and Justice Contract for a $63,230 grant and that the bid for the Micro- Film System be awarded to the 3-M Company. It was MOVED by Rich, seconded by Edmondson that Resolution No. D-3155, authorizing the execution of a Grant Award Contract with the State Law and Justice Planning Office for the Automated Micro-Film Records System, be passed: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Moore, Rich and Schussler voting aye by voice vote. Whitaker absent. RESOLUTION NO. D-3155, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City Manager and City Clerk of the City of Yakima to execute a contract with the State of Washington, Office of Community Development, Law and Justice Planning Office, for financial assistance to install a computerized micro-film system for the Yakima Police Department. 19i JULY 22, 1974 Acting City Manager Fred Andrews reviewed City Manager Report No. 221 regarding the proposal for Enforcing County Building Codes by Contract. He explained that the recommendation is that the City enter into a contract agreement for inspection services to be done by City Inspectors on behalf of the County with the County acting as administrator of the program. The City would provide two full time inspectors with the County Planning Department issuing all permits and retaining all fees. The City would be paid $16,237 beginning August 1, 1974 and ending December 31, 1974. He indicated that a formal contract has been proposed and is now ready to be implemented August 1. Chief of Code Administration, Newell Pock, indicated that the staff would use City cars, indicating that the County lacks sufficient administrative personnel to handle the program. Councilmen Mayor Broad and Moore spoke in favor of the program. Councilmen Edmondson indicated a desire to give administrative help for a fee, if necessary, but that County employees should be used. Councilman Schussler and Brown objected to the idea of using City employees for County work. After due discussion, it was MOVED by Rich, seconded by Schussler that the proposed Resolution authorizing the execution of this inspection agreement with Yakima County, be passed: Broad and Moore voting aye on roll call; Brown, Rich and Schussler voting nay by voice vote. Edmondson not voting. Whitaker absent. The Motion lost for want of a majority vote. It was then MOVED by Edmondson that a proposed agreement to assist the County in administering their own program be drawn up: the Motion lost for want of a second. Referring to the proposed Resolution executing an agreement with R. W. Beck and Associates for a Wastewater Facilities Plan, Director of Public Works, Dave Vargas, explained that this is a result of a agreement signed last March between the City and the 3 other regional agencies of Yakima County, Terrace Heights and Union Gap. He explained that the agencies have now agreed to hire R. W. Beck & Associates as consultant and that each of the other agencies has reviewed this proposal. He reviewed the State and local share cost breakdown on the project. Councilman Schussler expressed concern that the political policy in question on this matter be resolved before the technical report is prepared, since this study may automatically lead into solution of the policy questions. Councilman Brown poke in favor of going ahead with the proposed Facilities Plan as recommended. " After due discussion, it was MOVED by Rich, seconded by Moore that this matter be tabled for one week: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Moore, Rich and Schussler voting aye by voice vote. Whitaker absent. It was MOVED by Schussler, seconded by Brown that Resolution No. D-3156, authorizing the execution of a Lease Agreement with Wagner Chevrolet Company, be passed: carried, Brown, Edmondson, Moore and Schussler voting aye by voice vote: Broad and Rich voting nay by voice vote. Whitaker absent. RESOLUTION NO. D-3156, A RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City Manager and City Clerk of the City of Yakima to execute a Lease Agreement with Wagner Chevrolet Company. It was MOVED by Moore, seconded by Schussler that Resolution No. D-3157, authorizing the application for Referendum No. 27 funds for repair of a 48-inch water transmission main at a total estimated cost of $65,000 be passed: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Moore, Rich and Schussler voting aye on roll call. Whitaker absent. RESOLUTION NO. D-3157, A RESOLUTION authorizing the application by the City of Yakima for a state grant of funds for emergency repairs to the City's Water Treatment Faciliites. J21 JULY 22, 1974 It was MOVED by Brown, seconded by Schussler that Resolution No. D-3158, authorizing the expenditure of $50,000 to repair a 48-inch water transmission main without calling for bids, be passed: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Moore, Rich and Schussler voting aye on roll call. Whitaker absent. Director of Public Works, Dave Vargas, explained that this work was done by A.V. DeBlasio Construction. The work involved repairing 5 sections of pipe dislocated during recent flooding. RESOLUTION NO. D-3158, A RESOLUTION declaring an emergency and authorizing and ratifying work by City forces and the hiring of work and labor without calling for bids to repair the City's water transmission main. A report having been received from Robert Dawley, Architect and Director of Public Works, Dave Vargas, certifying the completion of work and recommendation that the work be accepted and final payment made on the Airport Additions and Alterations Project, it was MOVED by Schussler, seconded by Edmondson that the report of the Architect dated July 1, 1974, with respect to the completion of the work on Public Works Contract Airport Additions and Alterations, be approved, the work be accepted and payment of the final estimates as therein set forth is herby authorized: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Moore, Rich and Schussler voting aye by voice vote. Whitaker absent. It was MOVED by Rich, seconded by Edmondson that Resolution No. D-3159, fixing the time of hearing on Petition No. 820, for vacation of a portion of Pierce Street between South 16th and South 17th Avenues for August 12, 1974, be passed: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Moore, Rich and Schussler voting aye on roll call. Whitaker absent. RESOLUTION NO. D-3159, A RESOLUTION fixing the time and place for hearing on a Petition for vacation of unimproved street right-of-way, in the City of Yakima, Washington. An Ordinance appropriating $28,170 within the Street Fund for emergency street repairs due to flood damage, having been read by title only at this meeting, was laid on the table for one week or until July 29, 1974. Director of Public Works, Dave Vargas, explained that the City will receive 100 percent reimbursement from the government on this project. The Council acknowledged receipt of Petition No. 821, filed by residents in the vacinity of 1412 West Chestnut Street opposing group homes in the R-2 zone, and containing approximately 96 signatures. Damage Claims having been filed with the City Clerk on July 17, 1974, by Lillian Harrington, 2610 Palatine, in the amount of $20.00 for damages in connection with a loss of a part not recovered from a stolen automobile, and on July 19, 1974 by Barbara K. Temple, 211 North 8th Street in the amount of $12.60 for damages to garbage containers, it was MOVED by Schussler, seconded by Edmondson that said Damage Claims be referred to the City Manager and Staff for study and recommendations: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Moore, Rich and Schussler voting aye by voice vote. Whitaker absent. Acting City Manager Fred Andrews reported that it was necessary to repair a meter controller damaged by lightning at Rudkin Road and that V3,000 worth of equipment was ordered and installed by City crews. Mr. Andrews indicated that a formal resolution should be brought back authorizing the expenditure in excess of the City's Charter Limits. It was MOVED by Schussler, seconded by Moore that the purchase of equipment be authorized and that a formal resolution providing for this action be prepared: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Moore, Rich and Schussler voting aye by voice vote. Whitaker absent. ACCIY 1.144 JULY 22, 1974 , JULY 25, 1974 There being no further business to come before the Council, it was MOVED by Moore, seconded by Rich that this meeting be adjourned at 5:35 p.m. to Friday, July 26, 1974 at the hour of 12:00 Noon, to then meet in the Flight Deck Restaurant: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Moore, Rich and Schussler voting aye by voice vote. Whitaker absent. READ AND CERTIFIED OP I I DATE A , CO NCIL 1 41e1 _ DATE 7- 2, e" ' 'CO N AN ATTEST: CITY • ERK A OR SPECIAL MEETING - THURSDAY, JULY 25, 1974 - 9:00 A.M. The City Council met for a Special Meeting called by Mayor Broad at 9:00 A.M. on this date in the Council Chambers at Yakima City Hall. Councilmen present at the meeting were Mayor Bert Broad, Wray Brown, Betty L. Edmondson, Charles A. Rich, Don Schussler and Bill Whitaker. Moore absent. Also present was Acting City Manager Fred: Andrews. Mayor Broad explained that he had called the meeting for the purpose of considering the situation existing at the Eastgate Super Duper Market, which closed down earlier this week from lack of patronage. Picketing at the store was occasioned by a police incident involving a shoplifter, which took place at the store one week earlier. Mayor, Broad referred to the recent newspaper editorial on this matter, requesting action by the City. He indicated a need to discuss what ! steps might be taken to help eleviate the immediate problems. 1 Mayor Broad referred to a Memo written by Captain Qualley re a communication received from Dolores Goodman. She recommends the names of several persons to be placed on a committee to work on this matter and that the committee also be composed of persons from several city departments, to include the Police Department and Parks Department. Councilman Brown spoke in favor of a small committee from each sec-1 tion of the community. Councilman Rich also favored the formation of a committee as an effective way to deal with the total problem. Councilman Edmondson suggested that the committee meet with the interested persons to discuss the situation. Councilmen Schussler and Whitaker also favored forming a committee. Councilman Brown suggested that those in the audience be given the chance to express, their views now and also to the committee. Mr. Tom Bostic noted-that many people are being inconvenienced by the closure of the store and requested that the Council meet today , with the Chief of Police to take action. He also suggested that the Council meet with members of the picket lines and the store owner. Mrs. Pleasant requested that those involved in the incident be included in further discussions. Others present and speaking to this matter were Mrs. Elon Brown, Sally Villaume, Bill Foote, Bob Moore, Ed Foran and Mike Pierce. After further discussion, it was the consensus of the Council that names be submitted to the Mayor by tomorrow, along with possible objectives for the committee. Mayor Broad indicated that input from the public re names for the committee would be appreciated. There being no further business to come before the Council, it was 123 JULY 25,_, 1974 - _jULY Z6, 1_974 MOVED by Whitaker, seconded by Brown that we do now adjourn at the hour of 10:05 A.M.: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Rich, Schuss ler and Whitaker voting aye by voice T ote. Moore absent. READ AND CERTIFIED ACCURATE BY COUNC LMA 4_, ',Ad lirniv-w ANFAIGVFAPArli DATE 7 - .2 9 - 2 • COU 'e ATTEST: - • , C I TY/CLERK ' / MAYOR ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING - FRIDAY, JULY 26, 1974 The City Council met in session at 12:00 Noon on this date in the Flight Deck Restaurant at the Yakima Air Terminal. Councilmen present at the meeting were Mayor Bert Broad, Wray Brown, Betty L. Edmondson.,„W. K. "Pete" Moore, Charles A. Rich, Don Schussler and Bill Whitaker. The Council discussed the appointment of members to the emergency Task Force for the southeast community. A list of ,15-20 names were recommended for appointment the following Monday. City Attorney Andrews gave a review of the recommend'ationsiproposed by the Housing Code Task Force and the Council was given a Memoran- dum from Darrell Griek responding to several questions concerning the housing program. No formal action was taken at this meeting There being no further business to come before the Council, it was MOVED by Moore, seconded by Rich that we do now adjourn at the hour of 1:30 P.M.: carried, Broad, Brown, Edmondson, Moore, Rich, Schussler and Whitaker voting aye by voice vote. READ AND CERTIFIED ACCURATE BY 742/1211adjejDATE COUNCILMAN 0 1 2 -.- 4 0• 41• DATE lf-s 7v COUNCILMAN ATTEST: _A • _ • / CITY, 'CLERK MAYOR