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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/24/1975 Business Meeting (Ai FEBRUARY 24, 1975 The City Council met in session on this date at 1:30 P.M. in the Conference Room at Yakima City Hall. Councilmen present at the meeting were Mayor Bert Broad, Betty L. Edmondson, Dick Jarms, W. K. "Pete" Moore, Don Schussler and Bill Simmons. 1 Principal Planner, Dick Hill, reviewed the elements of House Bill #168 concerning Land Use Planning. Mr. Hill advised the Council that the major thrust of the Bill was to stipulate that local jurisdic- i tions conduct adequate land use planning for their region. Should local agencies fail to do so within a three-year period, the State will step in and do the planning. One new Section of the Bill pro- vides for the establishment of a Commission on Agricultural and Forrest Land Production, consisting of eleven members, five of whom are to be appointed from east of the Cascade mountains and will be members of local governments. The Commission has the authority to review and comment on all aspects of land use planning and the adequacy of planning processes in State agencies concerning conformance with State policy goals and compatibility with City and County land use planning. The act further creates a Joint Legislative Committee on Land Use, consisting of five members from the House and five members from the Senate. This Committee is i charged with advising' the Commission on planning matters and making recommendations to the Legislature relating to Land Use Planning throughout the, State. Councilman Schussler remarked that 1 the new law allows for more emphasis on adherence to principles and policies of Comprehensive Planning. Councilman Jarms inquired as to ' how the Bill will affect us particularly: Mr. Hill indicated that the Bill will not impact or cause significant changes in planning already taking place in the Yakima Area. It will simply bring other jurisdictions into uniformity with cities such as Yakima which have been up-to-date in their planning After some further discussion, it was MOVED by Simmons, seconded by Schussler that the Council support this Bill: carried by majority vote. Brown absent. - Councilman Edmondson indicated that she would normally support the Bill, but could not in this case be- cause there was no provision, as far as she knows, for referring the matter to a vote of the peopleby Referendum. Dick Hill further advised the Council of the Community Development 1 Workshop scheduled for Saturday, March 1, 1975, at 9:00 A.M. at Yakima Valley College. The purpose of the meeting will be to present the need analysis responded to by citizens together with goals and objectives, and will identify and prioritize the various Community Development needs expressed. Council members are invited 1 to attend. Council was further advised that the Housing 'Assistance Plan had been drafted. It was MOVED by Moore, seconded by Schussler that theMaroh. 17, 1975, Council meeting at KYVE - T.V. Studio and the March 24th ' meeting at City Hall be the dates set for Hearings on the Community Development Grant Program in Yakima. 1 Director of Public Works, Dave Vargas, discussed the preliminary Irrigation Assessment Roll for 1975, observing that out of 45 1 districts, nine had increased and one was reduced. Councilman Jarms inquired as to whether there was a Sinking Fund established 1 for replacing the system. Dave Vargas replied that no such fund existed and that the system is basically maintained only by the 1 City for repairs as needed. The Hearing is set for March 10, 1975. Dave Vargas will be present to answer inquiries and complaints con- cerning assessments at that time. Supervisor of Utility Accounts, John Kincheloe, reviewed a claim 1 1 from Ms. Phyllis Howard concerning a purported overcharge in her bill for water service. She had received an inordinately high water bill, called customer service and was not given adequate satisfaction 1 ocr7 FEBRUARY 24, 1975 as to the reason for the overcharge. Subsequently, the Supervisor reviewed her complaint and attempted to explain the reason for usage based upon previous records of consumption in which she had experienced occasionally high rates during the winter months. There were no leaks in her system and her meter was tested to be accurate; therefore, her claim was determined to be invalid and she has been so advised, not withstanding her intention to seek restitution through a Damage Claim. As a matter of interest, City policy is to share the expense of excessive use if there is a leak or malfunction in the meter, the City will split the cost equally with the utility customer. 11/ Council was finally provided with a list of topics considered earlier and repeated again for further discussion. These include the following: Community Development, Area-wide Planning, Task Force, Downtown Development, Public Relations, Police Services and Ethnic Awareness. At 3:00 P.M., the Council members moved into the Council Chambers for the balance of the meeting, Mayor Broad presiding, Councilmen Edmondson, Jarms, Moore, Schussler and Simmons, City Manager McMicken and City Attorney Andrews present on roll call. Councilman Brown absent on roll call, having been excused at a previous meeting. This being the time set for the Hearing on the Rezone Application filed by Billington Builders Supply, Inc., requesting rezone of property located at 502 and 504 West Nob Hill Boulevard, Principal Planner Dick Hill reviewed the Planning Commission Minutes on this subject dated February 4, 1975, noting that on January 20, 1975 the Council referred this request back to the Planning Commission for rehearing and as a result of that rehearing on February 4, 1975, the Planning Commission recommended approval. He briefly reviewed the location of Billington Builders along the west side of 5th Avenue just south of Nob Hill and the proposed area to be rezoned from R-2, Two-Family Zone to B-3, General Business Zone, which will be used for temporary storage of lumber, off-street parking and loading and unloading of trucks. Mr. Dennis Fluegge, Attorney representing Billington Builders, also reviewed the Planning Commission action and requested that the rezone be granted. It was MOVED by Moore, seconded by Simmons that Ordinance No. 1753, accepting the recommendation of the Planning Commission and rezoning said property, be passed: carried, Broad, Edmondson, Moore, Schussler and Simmons voting aye on roll call. Councilman Jarms not voting, due to a conflict of interest. Brown absent. ORDINANCE NO. 1753, AN ORDINANCE accepting the recommendation of the Planning Commission and rezoning property at 502 and 504 West Nob Hill Boulevard from R-2, Two-Family Zone, to B-3, General Business Zone. This being the time set for the Hearing on the Rezone Application filed by United Builders of Washington, Inc., requesting rezone of property located at 1121 Hamm Avenue, Principal Planner Dick Hill reviewed the Planning Staff Report and Planning Commission Minutes dated January 20 and February 4, 1975, respectively. The applicant requests rezone from R-2, Two-family Zone to R-M Medium Density Zone, for purposes of constructing a two-story, eight unit apartment building. He noted that the request is consistent with the City's General Plan and the plan for the Yakima Valley College area. He 298 FEBRUARY 24, 1975 passed to Councilmen copies of the proposed plan indicating that the Staff had recommended additional right-of-way be deeded along Hamm Avenue. The developer has deeded an additional 10 feet to the City. Mr. Hill cited the appropriate development standards and conditions attached to this zone. The Planning Commission recommended approval of the request. It was MOVED by Edmondson, seconded by Moore, that Ordinance No. 1754, accepting the recommendation of the Planning Commission and rezoning said property, be passed: carried, Broad, Edmondson, Moore, Schussler and Simmons voting aye on roll call. Councilman Jarms not voting, due to a conflict of interest. Brown absent. ORDINANCE NO. 1754, AN ORDINANCE accepting the recommendation of the Planning Commission and rezoning property at 1121 Hamm Avenue from R-2, Two-Family Zone, to R-M Medium Density Residential Zone. Mr. Don Eyman, Director of the Yakima Voluntary Action Center, being present, referred to the Center's 1975 Budget Proposals as provided for Councilmen on this date and briefly reviewed the background on the establishment of the Center and its operations since 1971. He referred to the amount of $6,000 cash revenues requested from the City for 1975 along with In-Kind Service Contributions, as outlined in the budget request. City Manager McMicken reviewed the past action whereby the County and the City last year contributed $3,000 each. Mr. Eyman noted no specific amount had as yet been requested of the County for 1975. He explained that the County does provide office space and copy work. Mr. McMicken noted that no funds had been earmarked for this purpose, but that if approval is given, monies could possibly be taken from Contingency Funds. After due discussion, it was MOVED by Schussler, seconded by Moore that this request be referred to the Staff for study and_recomMendatiOn: carried, Broad, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore, Schussler and' Simmons voting aye by voice vote. Brown absent. Couricil noted a response would be given in approximately two weeks. Marguerite Hackett, being present, spoke to the Council regarding the lack of available parking in the Pedestrian Mall on North 2nd Street and questioned the City's procedure for checking the two-hour limit on vehicles parked in this area. Mayor Broad indicated that he would find out what the City's procedure is for checking. City Manager McMicken requested authorization to amend the Law and Justice Grant for the Computerized Microfilm System in the Police Department, indicating that the microfilm needs to be on cartridge film. To convert to this type of film would cost $259. Also to be added is an impact printer, which provides hard copy print-outs and would be leased at a cost of approximately $700 with supplies, for a total of $993. Lt. Bernie Kline indicated that the total will be covered by Law and Justice monies so that no additional City funds are needed. It was MOVED by Moore, seconded by Jarms, that the requested amendment to the original Law and Justice Grant, be authorized: carried, Broad, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore, Schussler and Simmons voting aye by voice vote. Brown absent. Parks Director, Bill Hutsinpiller, reviewed the design plans for the restroom to be located at the east end of Kiwanis Park noting the existing need for this facility due to the Yi FEBRUARY 24, 1975 large amount of play activity at this end of the Park, and reported that one other facility is located at the opposite end of the Park. He reported that Parks has money to construct this facility and briefly described the building design, noting a center equipment storage area for maintenance. The project is estimated at $23,050 and was budgeted for in the amount of $26,750. City Manager McMicken requested approval and authorization to call for bids. It was MOVED by Schussler, seconded by Edmondson, that the facility be approved and authorization be given to call for bids on this facility: carried, Broad, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore, Schussler and Simmons voting aye by voice vote. Brown absent. City Manager McMicken reported that bids were received and con- sidered by the bid board on February 18, 1975, for the City's official advertising, and that one bid was received from the Yakima Herald-Republic, at $2.20 per column inch for the first insertion and $1.65 for each subsequent insertion. It was MOVED by Jarms, seconded by Schussler that the bid be awarded to the Yakima Herald-Republic for the year 1975: carried, Broad, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore,Schussler and Simmons voting aye be voice vote. Brown absent. A report having been received from the City Engineer on the completion of L.I.D. No. 1000, Vendome Addition Domestic Water, it was MOVED by Schussler, seconded by Simmons that March 24, 1975, be the date set for Hearing on the Assessment Roll: carried, Broad, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore, Schussler and Simmons voting aye by voice vote. Brown absent. An Ordinance transferring $1,172.35 from the Contingency Fund and appropriating that amount from the General Fund to pay arbitrator's fees for the Fire Fighters' arbitration proceedings, having been read by title only at this meeting, was laid on the table for one week or until March 3, 1975. City Manager McMicken explained the break down in the bills for Mr. Phil Kienast, arbitrator, and Mr. Graff. Mayor Broad indicated he would write a letter of thanks for their services. Petition No. 839, having been filed with the City Clerk on February 18, 1975, by Mark A. Keith and others, requesting the improvement of property by construction of curbs, gutter and surfacing in the vicinity of 1st and 2nd Avenues, King Street to Pierce, and King Street, 1st Avenue to 3rd Avenue, it was MOVED by Schussler, seconded by Edmondson that Petition No. 839, for the creation of a Local Improvement District, be referred to the City Manager and staff for study and recommendation: carried, Broad, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore, Schussler and Simmons voting aye by voice vote. Brown absent. Petition No. 840, having been filed with the City Clerk on February 20, 1975, by Hugh Davis and others, requesting the improvement of property by the construction of a sewer to serve the area north of Washington Avenue and west of 24th Avenue, it was MOVED by Schussler, seconded by Edmondson, that Petition No. 840, for the creation of a Local Improvement District, be referred to the City Manager and Staff for study and recommendation: carried, Broad, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore, Schussler and Simmons voting aye by voice vote. Brown absent. Damage Claims having been filed with the City Clerk on February 18, 1975, by Phyllis Howard, 2312 West Yakima Avenue, in the amount of $60 for charges on a water billing and on February 19, 1975, by Catherine Mullins, 1313 Browne, in the amount of $300 for items impounded by the Police Department, it was MOVED by Schussler, seconded by Edmondson, that said Damage Claims be referred to the City Manager and Staff for study and recommendation: carried, Broad, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore, Schussler and Simmons voting aye by voice vote. Brown absent. FEBRUARY 24, 1975 City Manager McMicken requesting authorization for out-of- state travel for Mayor Broad to travel to Washington D.C. to attend the National League of Cities meeting on March 3 and 4, 1975, it was MOVED by Jarms, seconded by Schussler that said travel be approved and expenses paid: carried, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore, Schussler and Simmons voting aye by voice vote. Brown absent. Mayor Broad indicated the need to appoint a temporary Chairman, in the event both the Mayor and Assistant Mayor are absent from a meeting. It was MOVED by Edmondson, seconded by Moore that Councilman Schussler be appointed temporary Chairman: carried, Broad, Edmondson, Moore and Simmons voting aye by voice vote. Brown absent. There being no further business to come before the Council, it was MOVED by Moore, seconded by Schussler this meeting be adjourned at 3:45 P.M. to Tuesday, February 25, 1975, at the hour of 12:00 Noon, to then meet in the Holiday Inn: carried, Broad, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore, Schussler and Simmons voting aye by voice vote. Brown absent. / ian READ AND CERTIFIED ACCURATE BY lf/AI i e / 1 DATE 0 5 C NCILMAN DATE 3/,o/7.r COUNCILMAN ATTEST: 7 4 4z CITY 5i,'ERK if MAYOR ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING - TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 1975 The City Council met in session at 12:00 Noon on this date in the Holiday Inn, Yakima, Washington. Councilmen present at the meeting were Betty L. Edmondson, Dick Jarms, W. K. "Pete" Moore, Don Schussler and Bill Simmons. Council- men Mayor Broad and Brown absent. Council members held general discussion on various city matters. No formal action was taken at this meeting. There being no further business to come before the Council, it was MOVED by Schussler, seconded by Simmons that we do now adjourn at the hour of 1:30 P.M. carried, Edmondson, Jarms, Moore, Schussler and Simmons voting aye by voice vote, Broad and Brown absent. ) READ AND CERTIFIED ACCURATE BY , DATE COUNt1LMAN /1 DATE 3 7/ 717 S COUNCILMAN ATTEST: •C•if CITY 4ERK 7 2-1- MAYOR